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Media says this is Trump’s fault after he broke his promise on Egg prices.
Trader Joe’s has implemented a new limit on egg purchases at all of its stores as the ongoing bird flu outbreak continues to impact supply chains. The decision comes as egg shortages and rising prices become a growing concern for consumers.
The bird flu has significantly affected poultry farms, with at least 23 million birds impacted in the last 30 days, according to the USDA. As a result, egg prices have reached record highs and are expected to increase by another 20% this year. Across the country, various retailers have begun placing restrictions on how many eggs customers can buy to manage supply shortages.
While many grocery chains allow customers to purchase two or three cartons at a time, Trader Joe’s has imposed a stricter cap, limiting shoppers to just one dozen eggs per day. A spokesperson for the company confirmed the decision, stating, “Due to ongoing issues with the supply of eggs, we are currently limiting egg purchases to one dozen per customer, per day, in all Trader Joe’s stores across the country.” The spokesperson added that the company hopes this measure will ensure as many customers as possible can find eggs when shopping.
Other major retailers, including Costco, Sam’s Club, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Aldi, and Whole Foods, have also introduced purchase limits, though restrictions vary by location. The effects of the egg shortage have extended beyond grocery stores. Waffle House recently announced a temporary surcharge of 50 cents per egg due to the rising cost of eggs caused by the outbreak.
With ongoing disruptions in the poultry industry, retailers and restaurants alike are struggling to keep up with demand. As the situation develops, consumers may continue to see higher prices and purchasing limits on eggs nationwide.
This also puts egg on the face of former President Donald Trump, who promised to lower the cost of eggs on his first day back in office. Instead, rising tariffs on steel and aluminum are expected to increase the costs of goods across multiple industries, including food production, home construction, and automobile manufacturing. For everyday Americans already struggling with inflation, the reality of higher prices on essentials like eggs, home goods, and transportation stands in stark contrast to the promises made on the campaign trail.