H5N1 bird flu outbreak threatens to push egg prices above $10
An outbreak of H5N1 bird flu in Australia could drive egg prices above $10 a carton, according to the WA Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Currently, there is no evidence of the virus in commercial poultry, but strict biosecurity measures are being recommended to prevent transmission. The poultry industry, contributing over $10 billion to the economy, faces significant risks.
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Published 01 Jul 2026, 15:00 UTC · Updated 01 Jul 2026, 15:20 UTC
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