U.S. egg prices increased again last month to reach a new record high of $6.23 US per dozen despite U.S. President Donald Trump's predictions.

Eggflation has hit the US, with egg prices reaching record highs amid a bird flu outbreak. Consumers are facing a 60% price increase, making eggs a costly staple in 2025.

Egg prices at supermarkets hit a record high in March despite fewer bird flu outbreaks and falling wholesale costs — indicating retailers could be holding out on passing along the lower prices. The average consumer price for a dozen eggs reached $6.

In its most recent quarter, which ended March 1, Cal-Maine said its net income more than tripled to $508.5 million compared to the same period a year ago. The company said its revenue nearly doubled to $1.42 billion, largely because of higher egg prices.

Consumer egg prices last month increased to a record high even as bird flu outbreaks that have limited supply begin to fade.

Average wholesale price of eggs was $3.13, an increase from the previous week, Department of Agriculture data shows.

Nearly half of Americans are skipping traditional Easter festivities this year because of the high prices of eggs. But President Donald Trump doesn’t seem concerned. During a press conference Friday,

In the days leading up to Easter, President Donald Trump has repeatedly —and falsely — claimed that egg prices have plummeted to the point of being “too low,” baselessly citing steep double-digit declines — even as Americans face record-high prices at the grocery store.