Are grocery stores to blame for high egg prices? A farmer's market customer speaks out
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As we navigate the aisles of our local supermarkets, it seems rising prices for everyday goods have become the new normal.
Many of us have been taken aback by the soaring prices of everyday staples, particularly eggs.
The cost of a humble dozen has reached new heights, leaving many Americans questioning the reasons behind this inflation.
Since the onset of the current strain of avian flu in 2020, egg prices have skyrocketed, reaching an all-time high in early 2025. The average cost of a dozen eggs in the U.S. now sits around $4.15.
But when one shopper questioned a local farmer’s market vendor about the price hikes, he was given a different explanation.
Health coach David Schroer shared his conversation in a viral social video, which has now amassed over 223,000 views.
“The grocery stores are lying. The egg companies are lying,” David claims in his video. “I just talked to the egg guy at my local farmer’s market about the bird flu situation. He said, ‘It’s been bad since 2022.’ So I asked, ‘What’s causing the price increase?’”
According to David, the vendor explained that while avian flu has affected the poultry industry, the news coverage created an opportunity for companies to raise prices beyond necessity, citing the need to recover from losses.
“He said, ‘Well, bird flu hit the news, so all the companies just increased their prices because they can,’” David recounts. “So I asked, ‘What about the shortage?’”
The vendor suggested that supply and demand are only part of the story. While large-scale commercial egg producers have been impacted, many smaller, local farmers remain largely unaffected—yet prices continue to climb.
“In his whole area, they haven’t had any issues,” David explains. “The mass-produced egg companies might have culled more flocks and been more affected by bird flu, but for him, it’s just corporate greed.”
Avian flu doesn’t just harm infected chickens—it also triggers strict regulations. The U.S. Department of Agriculture requires that entire flocks be culled to prevent the spread of the disease, both to humans and other birds.
Experts predict that egg prices will continue to rise this year. According to Fox News, the USDA expects prices to jump another 20% in 2025, largely due to ongoing reductions in the number of egg-laying hens.
For many shoppers, the rising cost of eggs has been frustrating—but not surprising.
“My locally owned grocery store sells eggs for $3 a dozen, but the big chain store in town charges $5.25,” another shopper wrote. “100% corporate greed.”
Others have turned to backyard farming to combat rising prices.
“A lot of people in my town keep chickens and sell a dozen eggs for $3,” one commenter shared.
Another added. “You’ll get fresh, cheaper eggs while supporting small businesses. Just check your area—you’d be surprised how many people have chickens.”
Have you noticed the rising cost of eggs in your area? Do you buy local or stick with grocery store brands? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
Many of us have been taken aback by the soaring prices of everyday staples, particularly eggs.
The cost of a humble dozen has reached new heights, leaving many Americans questioning the reasons behind this inflation.
Since the onset of the current strain of avian flu in 2020, egg prices have skyrocketed, reaching an all-time high in early 2025. The average cost of a dozen eggs in the U.S. now sits around $4.15.
But when one shopper questioned a local farmer’s market vendor about the price hikes, he was given a different explanation.
“The egg companies are lying,” David Schroer said in his video. Image source: Tiktok/@davidjschroer
Health coach David Schroer shared his conversation in a viral social video, which has now amassed over 223,000 views.
“The grocery stores are lying. The egg companies are lying,” David claims in his video. “I just talked to the egg guy at my local farmer’s market about the bird flu situation. He said, ‘It’s been bad since 2022.’ So I asked, ‘What’s causing the price increase?’”
According to David, the vendor explained that while avian flu has affected the poultry industry, the news coverage created an opportunity for companies to raise prices beyond necessity, citing the need to recover from losses.
“He said, ‘Well, bird flu hit the news, so all the companies just increased their prices because they can,’” David recounts. “So I asked, ‘What about the shortage?’”
The vendor suggested that supply and demand are only part of the story. While large-scale commercial egg producers have been impacted, many smaller, local farmers remain largely unaffected—yet prices continue to climb.
“In his whole area, they haven’t had any issues,” David explains. “The mass-produced egg companies might have culled more flocks and been more affected by bird flu, but for him, it’s just corporate greed.”
Avian flu doesn’t just harm infected chickens—it also triggers strict regulations. The U.S. Department of Agriculture requires that entire flocks be culled to prevent the spread of the disease, both to humans and other birds.
Experts predict that egg prices will continue to rise this year. According to Fox News, the USDA expects prices to jump another 20% in 2025, largely due to ongoing reductions in the number of egg-laying hens.
For many shoppers, the rising cost of eggs has been frustrating—but not surprising.
“My locally owned grocery store sells eggs for $3 a dozen, but the big chain store in town charges $5.25,” another shopper wrote. “100% corporate greed.”
Others have turned to backyard farming to combat rising prices.
“A lot of people in my town keep chickens and sell a dozen eggs for $3,” one commenter shared.
Another added. “You’ll get fresh, cheaper eggs while supporting small businesses. Just check your area—you’d be surprised how many people have chickens.”
Have you noticed the rising cost of eggs in your area? Do you buy local or stick with grocery store brands? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
