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Eggs and the Nation The Egg Industry and Prices
A wide survey of U S egg consumption and prices highlights eggs as a growing national staple. It notes per capita use, Easter week demand, cold storage effects, price ranges from 14 to 40 cents a dozen, and the rise of egg corners and fraud risks while praising the industry’s expanding impact on national life and urban diets. The piece also cites Chicago’s heavy Easter egg consumption and anecdotes of pricing dynamics and consumer behavior.
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