• The US has requested Denmark to increase egg exports in response to surging prices.
• Egg prices in the US have soared, hitting record highs due to bird flu outbreaks.
• This request coincides with increasing tensions over Greenland and recent US tariffs on European goods.
• Experts warn of a global egg shortage amid rising consumption and production challenges.

The United States has formally reached out to Denmark and other egg-producing nations in Europe to request increased imports of eggs, as alarming surges in egg prices continue to affect American consumers. According to reports from Newsweek, the escalating demand arises from an unprecedented rise in wholesale egg prices in the US, which peaked at over $8 per dozen earlier this year. This spike is largely attributed to widespread avian flu outbreaks that have severely diminished domestic egg production. Communications from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to Denmark's egg industry, confirmed by SCMP, have emphasized the urgent need for egg exports to offset domestic shortages and stabilize prices. Jørgen Nyberg Larsen, CEO of the Danish Egg Association, noted that inquiries were made regarding Denmark's willingness and capacity to supply eggs over the coming months amidst a lack of surplus in Europe due to the ongoing global egg scarcity. As prices soar, with increases nearing 59% year-over-year in February alone, various industry stakeholders express concern about production capabilities. The Danish Egg Association indicated that many regions are grappling with the effects of the bird flu crisis, which is translating into heightened caution over export agreements—especially given associated regulatory requirements, as detailed in a discussion with Business Insider. Widely circulated reports, including those from the Times of India, have also highlighted the political backdrop of this trade saga, noting that ongoing tensions surrounding Greenland, and tariffs imposed by the US on various European products, complicate matters. Despite these challenges, both the Danish and American stakeholders are striving to navigate this situation, balancing urgent supply needs with emerging geopolitical sensitivities.