Cracking the Egg Crisis

Dr. Jada Thompson, an agricultural economics expert from the University of Arkansas, dives into the causes behind skyrocketing egg prices. She explains how a bird flu outbreak decimated poultry, leading to severe supply shortages. The discussion also touches on the strategies used to manage the crisis, including culling and biosecurity measures, and highlights the unusual price discrepancies between eggs and chicken. Dr. Thompson offers insights into the future of egg pricing and the challenges that lie ahead for the industry.