Turkey exports 15,000 tons of eggs to the US - Bird flu and high prices boost import demand
Turkey has started exporting about 15,000 tons of eggs to the United States, after an outbreak of bird flu is reducing American production and driving up prices.
The deaths of millions of chickens are jeopardizing US President Donald Trump's pledge to cut everyday costs, as grocery stores ration supplies and restaurants raise prices for egg dishes.
Shipments to the US from Turkey began this month and will continue until July, said the chairman of the Central Union of Egg Producers in Turkey.
The United States is struggling to contain bird flu, which was first detected in cattle in Texas last March and has since spread to more than 970 flocks in 17 states. The virus has infected nearly 70 people since April, mostly farm workers exposed to infected poultry or livestock. One infected person has died.
The outbreak in poultry began in 2022 and has killed an estimated 162 million chickens, turkeys and other birds, according to U.S. data. A recent surge in infections is fueling an egg shortage.
Faced with supply constraints, American companies have sought alternative import markets, leading to negotiations with Turkish producers. The deal is expected to generate about $26 million in export revenue, according to Turkish sources. Turkey is among the top 10 egg exporters in the world.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is rebuilding a stockpile of bird flu vaccines for poultry and has granted a conditional license to animal health company Zoetis. However, the agency has not yet authorized the vaccines for use.
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