A deadly bird flu outbreak has wreaked havoc on U.S. chicken farms, claiming the lives of over 20 million egg-laying chickens last quarter, marking the worst impact on America's egg supply since the outbreak began in 2022.

HPAI, or bird flu, is “a highly contagious airborne respiratory virus that spreads easily among birds through nasal and eye secretions, as well as manure,” according to the Department of

If you’ve been to the grocery store recently, you’ve probably noticed there’s less eggs on the shelves. That’s because of a shortage currently caused by Avian Flu, also known as the Bird Flu. The North Carolina Egg Association said more than 40 million egg-laying hens have been effected by Avian Flu.