Stability in Egg Prices Amid U.S. Shortage

The head of the Federal Association of Eggs, Hans-Peter Goldnick, assures consumers that egg prices will remain stable this Easter, despite heightened interest from the United States. He noted that contracts between producers and retailers are typically fixed for a year, meaning current demand will not lead to price increases.

In the U.S., a significant shortage of 56 million eggs daily due to avian flu has prompted inquiries for imports, but Goldnick pointed out that Germany's production of 46 million eggs a day cannot feasibly fulfill this gap.

The export of eggs from Germany to the U.S. is not a viable option, as the quantities do not align with U.S. needs. While there is a rising appetite for eggs in Germany, with an average consumption of 249 eggs per person last year, authorities do not anticipate a local shortage.

They indicate that any potential deficit in affordable eggs could be offset by imports. Internationally, many European countries have received requests from the U.S. for egg exports but have declined due to their own supply challenges.

Turkey, however, has committed to exporting a limited amount of eggs to the U.S. during the coming months. In response to the situation, U.S.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins is exploring various strategies to stabilize egg prices domestically.