Still, a lack of eggs and steep prices may lead consumers to move to other cheap forms of protein, which could lead to consumer-induced shortages and price increases, one expert told USA TODAY. Egg-laying hens and broiler chickens – poultry raised for meat – are different,

For several months now, the United States has been facing a historic rise in egg prices. This daily staple in the kitchen has become a rare and expensive commodity, forcing some retailers to ration sales.

Egg prices have remained steady over the past 45 years, until now. Their relationship is still going strong. The Trump administration evicted former Coast Guard Commandant Linda Fagan from her home with three hours of notice on Tuesday. The Trump White House press secretary's gaffe prompted two words to trend online.

The humble egg is now a source of frustration for millions of shoppers around the U.S, who face soaring prices and shortages. What's going on?

With the bird flu driving up the prices of eggs across the country, some people in Arizona are getting creative.