ANALYSIS: US Cage-Free Market Declines Amid Subdued Demand, Elevated Supply
The US cage-free market continues to face downward pressure as demand remains insufficient to absorb elevated production levels. Seasonal headwinds are compounding the issue, as summer months typically bring a slowdown in egg consumption, further limiting retail movement. Most accounts continue to describe demand as poor to fair, with shelf prices largely unchanged for several months, generally ranging from $1.50 to $2.00/dozen or higher. While select, smaller independent retailers have implemented aggressive feature activity, the overall impact on the broader market has been limited.
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