More South Korean eggs are poised to make their way into American kitchens as the United States prepares to ramp up imports to stabilize US egg prices, according to news reports on Friday.
Speaking to reporters and industry leaders on Thursday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said South Korea would join Turkey and Brazil in bolstering egg shipments to the US.
The move comes as part of a broader initiative by the US government to mitigate soaring egg prices, which have reached record highs following a severe avian influenza outbreak.
Since the 2022 outbreak, the virus has led to the culling of approximately 166 million egg-laying hens in the US, intensifying supply shortages.
Earlier this month, Gyerim Farm, a Korean egg producer based in Asan, South Chungcheong Province, completed South Korea’s first-ever export of eggs to the US, shipping 20 tons — or about 335,000 eggs — to Georgia.
While specific details regarding the timeline and volume of future imports remain unclear, the recent shipment also signals a growing role for South Korean eggs in the American market.
“The entry of our eggs into the US market proves the global recognition of Korean eggs' high quality,” said Hong Sung-hak, CEO of Gyerim Farm. “We will continue to ensure quality and hygiene standards as we expand our export markets and product range.”
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