The U.S. government is seeking to address a severe egg shortage caused by a bird flu outbreak by considering imports from countries in Europe. However, foreign producers face challenges in meeting U.S. safety regulations which require fresh eggs to be sanitized and refrigerated, unlike the European standards of selling unwashed Grade A eggs. European countries are also experiencing their own avian flu outbreaks, limiting their potential to export eggs. The U.S. has approached countries like Germany, Italy, Poland, and Sweden for egg supplies, with Poland considering exporting egg processing products rather than shell eggs. European Union regulations differ on whether eggs should be washed or not, with many countries allowing washed eggs. The U.S. has also consulted with South Korea, Turkey, and Brazil for egg imports to address the deficit. While the U.S. market is showing improvement, the popular Easter demand for eggs could impact prices. Despite political tensions with the U.S., European officials are open to exporting eggs to help meet the high demand in America. Ultimately, business decisions will determine whether or not European countries will export eggs to the U.S. in response to the shortage.
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