Why do egg prices fluctuate?

Egg prices are up because demand is up sharply. Suppliers are seeing four, five, six times the level of demand as before, and there’s essentially a fixed supply.”

What determines price of eggs?

Factory farms and the commodity price index No single farm sets the price for these eggs; they’re priced according to a commodity index similar to wheat or milk (it’s called Urner Barry if you feel inclined to Google).

Are cheap eggs as good as expensive eggs?

But there’s really no reason to assume that expensive eggs are “better” for us than the cheapest factory-farmed eggs we can find. (Some, like free-range eggs, are probably better for the chickens.

Why are egg prices higher?

With production back to normal following the winter storm, eggs are experiencing their annual spring spike in demand. Consumers should expect to see a steady supply of eggs this spring. Recent shortages were related to temporary supply and demand imbalances, experts say.

Why are some eggs so cheap?

Just as high demand drove egg prices up, low demand coupled with greater supply will drive egg prices down. The grocery stores have more bargaining power when the egg producers have more inventory to sell, and what they save usually gets passed down to shoppers. That’s precisely what’s happening now!

Why are great value eggs so cheap?

What is this? One of the reasons Walmart can sell their Great Value eggs so cheap is that low prices – on anything – are built into their business model. Walmart’s operations are designed to keep expenses low, so that low prices can be passed onto the customer.

Why are eggs so cheap right now?

Why are eggs so expensive?

Dr. Anderson: “Free-range eggs are more expensive due to the costs associated with production. Labor costs are 10 to 20 times higher for range hens. They also are typically larger hens that have greater feed consumption than the cage counterpart.

What is the average cost of dozen eggs?

On average, the price for a dozen eggs will range from as low as $2 to as high as $6 per dozen.

How much do eggs cost?

The cheaper eggs, which are those that come from hens that are caged, are mass produced by corporations and are considered non-organic, can be anywhere between $1 to $3 per dozen. Free range, organic, pasture raised and/or non- GMO eggs, the most expensive option, can cost $3 to $6 per dozen if they aren’t on sale.