Two Colorado Grocers Set Limits on Egg Purchases Amid Shortage

The egg shortage is still here in Colorado, and many are experiencing a different experience when buying eggs. Most of us are having a hard time finding eggs. Those of us who are lucky to find them are shocked at the price.

About Colorado's Egg Shortage

Many people have been blaming the rise in egg prices to politicians. However, it is important to let you know that there is an egg shortage. The egg shortage is due to a nationwide bird flu outbreak.

Grocers Set New Policies in Colorado

Both Trader Joe's and Costco locations announced that they will limit the amount of eggs you can purchase at one time.

Different stores in Colorado will likely have different policies depending on their inventory.

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I went shopping at Costco for Super Bowl snacks and food over the weekend. I noticed signs that let shoppers know there is now a limit on how many cartons of eggs you can purchase. It seems silly, but it will make more sense after you hear this.

My Experience During Egg Shortage in Northern Colorado

A week ago, I went to Costco in Timnath and I was pleasantly surprised to see that eggs were available for purchase.

One shopper had eight cartons of eggs. Quick reminder: Costco sells eggs in 24 packs.

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That one shopper bought 192 eggs in total. Can you think of one household that would actually use 192 eggs before they expire?

I understand that we are in the middle of an egg shortage, however, it is not a time to get greedy. The hustle and bustle of my Costco shopping experience was reminiscent of the toilet paper shortage during the pandemic.

The egg shortage is a lot less dramatic. However, the urgency and stockpiling habits remain the same among shoppers.