Scrambling Because of the Egg Shortage? Here Are 20 Funny Memes to Tide You Over (Easy)
'Crack' a smile thanks to these funny egg shortage memes.
You may have noticed recently that the price of eggs has skyrocketed. All of a sudden, instead of just looking for cracks inside a carton before purchasing, we're all searching for the amount of money it's going to cost us as well. While the situation is egg-credibly upsetting, it has also led to some pretty hilarious egg shortage memes, that have helped distract us from the frustration.
If you are missing out on your favorite omelet or fried egg because of this shortage, we have a way to cheer you up. It's much better to laugh when the news is gloomy, than to allow it to get you down. That's why so many funny memes start popping up all over the internet when bad news comes out.
But first, why are we dealing with expensive eggs in the first place?
Why Are Eggs So Expensive?
Although the cost of eggs in 2023 is in part because of inflation and the shortage caused by holiday demand, those aren't the only reasons—it's also in large part because of the avian flu that is wiping out egg-producing hens. The amount of hens affected is devasting. According to the CDC, as of January 11, 2023, the number of poultry killed by the avian flu is 57,832,154. This is less than a year's time since the outbreak first started in February of 2022. With losing so many egg-producing hens, it's no wonder there is such an egg shortage.
Unfortunately, that egg shortage has sent prices soaring. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the current average price for a carton of eggs is just over $4 a carton. Thankfully, the USDA reports that, on average, the prices are slowly coming down after the holiday demand. But some areas of the U.S., like Texas, are more affected by the egg shortage than others.
So, just grab a bowl of your favorite cereal and enjoy these funny memes about the egg shortage crisis.
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20 Funny Egg Shortage Memes
Such great negotiating power.
Worth more than steak.
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Who needs a ring?
I have something you don't have!
Secret storage.
So true.
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