What Next | Daily News and Analysis Which Came First, the Bird Flu or the Egg?
Nov 27, 2024
Marcia Brown, a food and agriculture reporter at POLITICO, dives into the issues surrounding the recent spike in egg prices caused by avian flu. She explains how 'eggflation' affects both consumers and the market, especially with Thanksgiving approaching. Brown discusses the public health risks and the challenges of implementing effective biosecurity measures on farms. The conversation touches on the tensions between farmers and government policies, revealing frustrations with federal interventions during the avian flu crisis.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Understanding Eggflation and Its Causes
02:05 • 2min
The Rising Impact of Avian Flu on Food Prices and Public Health
03:49 • 4min
Avian Flu: Risks and Responses
07:54 • 9min
Farmers' Frustrations with Federal Intervention
17:17 • 2min
Avian Flu Crisis and Policy Challenges
18:58 • 6min