USDA’s bird flu strategy drives egg price drop as Waffle House ends surcharge

Egg prices are falling following USDA’s five-pronged strategy to combat avian flu. Secretary Rollins cites progress with 948 biosecurity assessments nationwide. Waffle House removed its 50-cent egg surcharge amid improved supply. USDA funding, eased regulations, and import boosts are stabilizing prices. Retail egg costs fell 27 per cent from early 2025 peaks