U.S. egg prices hit record high as supply worries linger
U.S. egg prices rose to a record 6.23 per dozen in March despite lower wholesale costs and no bird flu on egg farms. Demand remains strong through Easter, with farm recoveries slow and hens laying about 285 million nationwide as of March 1. Analysts foresee gradual price relief but caution against quick declines.
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NewBo City Market Expands After Federal Funding Release
NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids advances its roughly 5.5 million expansion after federal funds were released from a pause. Groundbreaking set for September with completion projected May 2026, as costs rise and fundraising continues to cover a 1.25 million shortfall. Leaders cite economic renaissance, innovation and local pride in the project.
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Bird flu hits Hardin County flock in Iowa again
A highly transmissible bird flu infected about 250 backyard birds in Hardin County, the seventh Iowa flock this year and first since March. Flocks are culled to prevent spread, with total affected in Iowa near 700,000. Previous outbreaks include Dallas County beak? and Buena Vista Sac O'Brien Clinton counties.
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