High egg prices putting a crack on Easter traditions
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) - Easter could cost you more this year. Last month, the average cost for a dozen eggs in the U.S. rose to $6.23, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Last year, the average price was $2.99.
As a result, many are ditching eggs altogether and looking for cheaper alternatives to avoid the high costs, putting a crack in what was once an annual tradition.
“We’re going to keep it simple and to point because eggs are too expensive... Ridiculously expensive but that doesn’t mean that we don’t have options.”
Delia Delahunt, Cathedral City resident
“We do pool activities and other things. If there are no eggs available, so be it... Let’s just go back to basics. We used to have fun just being us, like chasing each other.”
Diva Osuna, Thousand Palms resident
Officials say the increase is a result of the continued bird flu epidemic and high demand this time of year.
If you're sticking with real eggs, it's recommended you shop around for the best price or buy in bulk. If not, switch to plastic eggs or other activities that don't involve eggs.
Regardless, shoppers say the true meaning of Easter has no price.
“Being together with family and having a good time with your loved ones.”
Delia Delahunt, Cathedral City resident
Officials don't expect the price to go down until at least after the holiday, when demand begins to subside.
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