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Bird flu still taking toll on industry as 1.35 million chickens are being killed on an Ohio egg farm
By: Josh Funk | AP
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(Associated Press) — More than 1.3 million chickens are being slaughtered on an Ohio egg farm as the bird flu continues to take a toll on the industry. The U.S…. Read More

Egg prices have dropped but could rise again if spring brings another avian flu epidemic
By: Gabriel Scotto
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Wholesale egg prices have plummeted 50 percent since peaking in December, meaning consumers can expect lower prices at the grocery store in the near term. However,… Read More

Cholesterol Redux: As Eggs Make A Comeback, New Questions About Health Risks
By: Allison Aubrey | NPR
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A study found consuming two eggs per day was linked to a 27 percent higher risk of developing heart disease. The finding reopens the debate about the potential risks of too much dietary cholesterol.