In a surprising twist against predictions from former President Donald Trump, U.S. egg prices have skyrocketed to an astounding $6.23, setting a new record. This surge comes despite a decline in wholesale prices and no reported outbreaks of bird flu at egg farms.

The latest numbers released in the Consumer Price Index indicate that consumers and businesses relying on eggs should brace themselves for more tough times ahead. Typically, egg demand remains high until after Easter, which is just around the corner on April 20.

Even industry experts anticipated a drop in retail egg prices, particularly after significant reductions in wholesale prices during March.

The Bird Flu Impact: A Recap

Earlier this year, bird flu outbreaks were a pivotal factor driving egg prices up, with over 30 million laying hens culled to contain the virus. Thankfully, some farms impacted by past outbreaks have begun the recovery process, cleaning their facilities and introducing new flocks.

Trump recently boasted about the lower wholesale prices announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, taking partial credit for the shift. However, experts argue that his approach to combat bird flu by enhancing protections for egg producers is likely to yield benefits only in the long run.

As consumers face these rising costs, one can only wonder how long it will take for some relief to arrive at the grocery stores!