Nevada has temporarily suspended its cage-free egg standards as part of an effort to boost the egg supply amid a nationwide bird flu outbreak. The state’s plan aims to increase production, but experts question its effectiveness.
The suspension allows for temporary retail sales of Grade B eggs, which are safe to eat but may have minor imperfections. Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has expressed a desire to repeal the state’s cage-free standards altogether, citing the need to address the current egg shortage and price hike.
Similar moves have been made by lawmakers in Michigan and Colorado, who introduced bills to suspend or eliminate their own cage-free regulations. The impact of these measures on the industry remains uncertain, with some experts arguing that they will not significantly increase egg production or alleviate the shortage.
Source: https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/400361/bird-flu-egg-shortage-nevada-cage-free