As the U.S. fights a persistent bird flu outbreak, the cost of eggs has skyrocketed. The owner of a brunch cafe tells us about the impact of high-priced eggs on his business and WSJ’s Patrick Thomas unpacks one possible fix that the egg industry wouldn't consider – until now.

Further Reading:

- Soaring Egg Prices Reignite Debate Over Bird Flu Vaccinations 

- At the ‘Wall Street of Eggs,’ Demand Is Surging 

- First Cows, Now Cats. Is Bird Flu Coming for Humans Next?

Further Listening:

- Bird Flu and the High Price of Eggs 

- Farm-to-Table Pioneer on Why We Still Need Better Food 

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