Staff Reports
President Trump is not about to let an avian influenza crisis ruin American breakfasts. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins recently unveiled a bold five-part plan that aims to safeguard our beloved poultry from pesky wild birds looking to spread the flu and wreak havoc on egg prices, which have climbed so high that they could rival the price of some fancy restaurant dishes. It seems that the cost of a dozen eggs has jumped to an astounding average of $4.95, and in some parts of the country, a carton is pushing the $10 mark. Who knew that breakfast staples could turn into such luxury items?
Rollins announced that the administration’s first step involves beefing up security for farmers’ barns to keep those wild game birds at bay. It sounds like it’s time to install some “No Wild Fowl Allowed” signs and employ a few vigilant watchdogs. But that’s just the warm-up to the main event: a plan to import a staggering 70 million to 100 million eggs within the next month. Apparently, bringing in eggs from a few select countries is a quick fix, as if ordering takeout on a busy weeknight can fill the egg-shaped void in Americans’ hearts.
As if the egg crisis isn’t enough to scramble the nation’s psyche, the political implications are worth noting. With Easter approaching and demand on the rise, it puts even more pressure on Trump to deliver. Farmers and ranchers, a key bloc of Trump’s support base, are undoubtedly keeping a close eye on how the egg situation unfolds—and they would appreciate any assurances. Rollins mentioned the President’s ongoing promise to have their backs, which doesn’t just make for positive headlines but is also a nod toward the importance of agricultural stability in maintaining political alliances.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on Wednesday said President Trump is launching a five-part plan to prevent bird flu in poultry flocks and bring down egg prices.https://t.co/dujftguUgv pic.twitter.com/paxnyxQTSY
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) February 28, 2025
Yet, the plan isn’t just short-term fixes. Rollins hinted at a future where the administration aims to cut red tape with deregulation designed to ease farmers’ burdens and reduce egg prices over the long haul. It’s a strategy that could empower producers and, ultimately, feed the nation at a more reasonable price. A forward-thinking approach, indeed.
Just to keep the bureaucracy busy, Rollins added that more funding will be directed toward poultry vaccines and therapeutics. However, there’s no need to get too excited yet because the vaccine is still in the research phase—not exactly ready for prime time. But it’s reassuring to know that the government isn’t just kicking back and letting the chickens fend for themselves. With a hustle to protect American agriculture, provide affordable eggs, and keep the breakfast tables full, the administration is showing it can juggle national interests even amidst an egg crisis.
