In 2024, the retail price for a dozen eggs in the United States was 4.15 U.S. dollars. Egg prices in the United States peaked in this year. Previously, the highest average price was in 2015, when a dozen eggs cost 2.75 U.S. dollars on average. U.S. egg production The United States was one of the leading producers of eggs in the world in 2021, ranking fourth behind China, India, and Indonesia. In that year, approximately 110.7 billion eggs were produced in the United States. There are two main categories that farm chickens fall into: broiler chickens and laying hens. The first are raised for meat and the second are raised for laying eggs. The U.S. state with the most laying hens is Iowa, with about 40.2 million in 2022. Some of the other top egg producing states include Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania. Egg retail in the United States Perhaps because eggs are uniform in taste and appearance and most consumers cannot tell one brand of chicken egg apart from another, private label eggs have the highest sales among fresh egg brands in the United States. Eggland’s Best is the leading name brand of fresh eggs in the United States, with sales of 274.55 million U.S. dollars in 2023. The amount that U.S. consumer units spend on eggs varies from region to region. In 2021, consumers in the Western United States spent an average of about 107 U.S. dollars on eggs over the course of the year. The Midwestern United States had the lowest average expenditure on eggs in that year.

Large white, Grade A chicken eggs, sold in a carton of a dozen. Includes organic, non-organic, cage free, free range, and traditional."

The global poultry eggs market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing global population, rising disposable incomes, and a shift towards protein-rich diets. The market is projected to reach a substantial size, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) reflecting consistent expansion. While precise figures for market size and CAGR are unavailable in the provided data, considering typical growth rates in the food industry and the factors driving market expansion, a reasonable estimate would place the market size in 2025 at approximately $100 billion USD, with a CAGR of around 5% for the forecast period 2025-2033. This growth is fueled by several key trends, including the increasing demand for organic and free-range eggs, the development of innovative egg-based products, and the growing adoption of value-added egg products across diverse food service sectors. The market is segmented by various factors such as production type (cage-free, free-range, organic), product type (table eggs, hatching eggs), and end-use (food service, retail). However, several restraints hinder the market's full potential. These include fluctuations in feed prices, outbreaks of avian influenza, stringent regulations regarding animal welfare and food safety, and increasing competition from plant-based egg alternatives. Despite these challenges, the market is expected to demonstrate consistent growth due to the fundamental demand for eggs as a crucial source of protein and the continued evolution of production methods and consumer preferences. Major players like Cal-Maine Foods, Rose Acre Farms, and Charoen Pokphand Group are pivotal in shaping market dynamics through their production scale, technological advancements, and distribution networks. Regional variations in market size and growth are expected, depending on factors such as per capita consumption rates, consumer buying power, and government policies.

The demand of eggs has grown in the United States over the last number of years. In 2023, consumption of eggs in the United States was estimated at 281.3 per person. This figure was projected to reach 284.4 eggs per capita by 2024. Per capita consumption is a measure of total egg production, minus exports, divided by the total U.S. population.

Cage-free and organic eggs Although the majority of laying hens in the Unites States are still caged, the production of organic and caged-free hens has increased in recent years. In cage-free production, hens are allowed to move freely outside of their cage, but this time is limited and the environment they are kept in could still be unhealthy and very crowded. In organic production however, hens are provided with free-range outdoor access.

U.S. egg industry There has been steady growth in the number of eggs produced in the United States. Additionally, the total number of laying hens in the United States has also increased in recent years. Iowa was the U.S. state with the most laying hens, with some 40.16 million laying hens as of 2022.

Explore Market Research Intellect's Table Eggs Market Report, valued at USD 102.5 billion in 2024, with a projected market growth to USD 130.0 billion by 2033, and a CAGR of 3.2% from 2026 to 2033.

The global poultry and eggs market is a substantial and dynamic sector, exhibiting robust growth driven by increasing global population, rising disposable incomes, and shifting dietary preferences towards protein-rich foods. The market's expansion is further fueled by advancements in poultry farming technologies, leading to improved efficiency and increased production. While challenges exist, such as fluctuations in feed prices and concerns regarding animal welfare and disease outbreaks, these are largely mitigated by ongoing innovation in disease prevention and sustainable farming practices. The market is segmented by various factors including poultry type (chicken, turkey, duck, etc.), egg type (table eggs, hatching eggs), and geographical regions, each exhibiting unique growth trajectories. Major players, including Cal-Maine Foods, Tyson Foods, and others listed, are actively involved in consolidating market share through mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships, leading to increased competitiveness and consolidation within the industry. Future growth will likely be shaped by consumer demand for organic and free-range products, alongside increasing emphasis on traceability and food safety standards. The forecast period (2025-2033) anticipates continued expansion of the poultry and eggs market, driven by sustained global population growth and urbanization. Emerging economies are particularly promising, given the rising demand for affordable protein sources. However, regional variations are expected due to differing economic conditions, dietary habits, and regulatory frameworks. Companies are likely to focus on innovation to meet evolving consumer preferences, including developing value-added products like ready-to-eat meals and processed poultry items. Sustainable and environmentally friendly practices will gain increasing prominence as consumers and regulators place a higher premium on ethical and responsible sourcing. Therefore, successful market participation will hinge on agility, responsiveness to consumer trends, and a commitment to sustainable production methods.

Fish egg counts and standardized counts for eggs captured in CalCOFI icthyoplankton nets (primarily vertical [Calvet or Pairovet], oblique [bongo or ring nets], and surface tows [Manta nets]). Surface tows are normally standardized to count per 1,000 m3 strained. Oblique tows are normally standardized to count per 10 m2 of surface sampled. This table includes all tows by species, even if zero eggs were captured for the species, i.e., negative tows. The "Egg Counts Positive Tows" table includes only tows where one or more eggs were captured for the species selected by the user.

This statistic displays the leading types of eggs based on market share in Canada in 2018. Table eggs, otherwise known as fresh or in-the-shell eggs, accounted for around 77 percent of the total egg market in Canada in 2018.

The egg carton market is estimated to be US$ 2,074.1 million in 2024. From 2024 to 2034, the market is expected to progress at a consistent clip, registering a CAGR of 2.9%. By 2034, the egg carton market is anticipated to have reached US$ 2,760.5 million.

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This statistic shows the leading egg producing countries worldwide in 2023. In China, some 612 billion eggs were produced in that year. Egg production Eggs belong to the animal product category. They are laid by female animals. The most common types for human consumption include eggs laid by chickens, ducks, quail, roe and caviar. Bird and reptile eggs consist of an egg yolk and an egg white and a protective egg shell. Egg varieties carried by retailers include brown- and white-colored eggs. They are further classified by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) based on the internal quality and their external appearance. Grades to be distinguished between include Grade AA, Grade A, and Grade B eggs. In the European Union, eggs are not graded by their quality but on their used farming method (organic or conventional, free range, barn range). Eggs are a common food used in a large variety of dishes as they are a large supplier of protein and other valuable minerals and vitamins. On the breakfast table, they may be enjoyed –depending on the region – as a scrambled egg, hard-boiled egg or as a fried egg with the ‘sunny side up’.

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We studied how environmental conditions affect reproduction in sympatric skua species that differ in their reliance on marine resources: the exclusively marine foraging south polar skua Catharacta maccormicki, the terrestrially foraging brown skua C. antarctica lonnbergi and mixed species pairs with an intermediate diet. Egg size, clutch asymmetry and hatching dates varied between species and years without consistent patterns. In the south polar skuas, 12 to 38% of the variation in these parameters was explained by sea surface temperature, sea ice cover and local weather. In mixed species pairs and brown skuas, the influence of environmental factors on variation in clutch asymmetry and hatching date decreased to 10-29%, and no effect on egg size was found. Annual variation in offspring growth performance also differed between species with variable growth in chicks of south polar skuas and mixed species pairs, and almost uniform growth in brown skuas. Additionally, the dependency on oceanographic and climatic factors, especially local wind conditions, decreased from south polar skuas to brown skua chicks. Consistent in all species, offspring were more sensitive to environmental conditions during early stages; during the late chick stage (>33 d) chick growth was almost independent of environmental conditions. The net breeding success could not be predicted by any environmental factor in any skua species, suggesting it may not be a sensitive indicator of environmental conditions. Hence, the sensitivity of skuas to environmental conditions varied between species, with south polar skuas being more sensitive than brown skuas, and between breeding periods, with the egg parameters being more susceptible to oceanographic conditions. However, during offspring development, local climatic conditions became more important. We conclude that future climate change in the Maritime Antarctic will affect reproduction of skuas more strongly through changes in sea ice cover and sea surface temperature (and the resulting alterations to the marine food web) than through local weather conditions.

Egg packaging is expected to grow to USD 8.1 billion in 2025, and there will be a growth rate of 6.2% CAGR from 2025 to reach USD 14.8 billion by 2035.

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