U.S. customs officials shared the warning about cascarones, the confetti-filled eggshells that are popular throughout Mexico and other parts of the U.S.
, had cost the government roughly $661 million and resulted in more than 58 million birds slaughtered to limit the spread of the virus.
"The past year has been devastating for the turkey industry as we experience, unequivocally, the worst HPAI outbreak in the industry’s history," National Turkey Federation spokesperson Shelby Newman said in February.Inflation, supply chain issues, and the avian flu are to blame for high egg prices. When you go to buy some treats for an Easter celebration, expect fewer options at some bakeries and a higher bill to go with it.
In its statement, CBP added that fresh eggs, raw chicken, and live birds or poultry are also banned from entry. "Attempting to bring in these or other prohibited agricultural items would lead to traveler delays and may result in a fine ranging from $300 to $1000," the agency said. On a typical day in 2022, CBP agriculture specialists across the U.S. seized more than 2,600 prohibited plants, meats, animal byproducts, and soils and intercepted 240 insect pests, the agency said.
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