Massachusetts egg shortages due to bird flu are spurring small farms to thrive. With shelves in grocery stores emptied and supply chains disrupted, more customers are turning to local farmers for fresh eggs.
Stephen Hall of Nallie Pastures in Dracut has seen a surge in calls as he manages 300 chickens on his property. To avoid outbreaks, he keeps them mobile on fresh grass in separate coops daily.
Dr. Priya Patel of the New England Wildlife Centers notes this is the worst bird flu season since 2022, with dead and sick birds reported across Massachusetts, including Brockton, Plymouth, Hudson, and Norfolk.
Farmers like Hall anticipate more demand as prices rise, urging aspiring farmers to consider starting their own operations. The public is encouraged to report dead waterfowl by contacting local animal control agencies.
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