Who, What, When, Where, Why: Egg Shortage

Empty supermarket shelves and rising prices have become the norm for Victorian shoppers due to egg shortages caused by avian flu. The avian influenza outbreaks have led to the culling of millions of hens and is worsened by high seasonal demand and shifts in farming practices. Major retailers like Coles and Woolworths have imposed purchase limits, while local grocers may offer better availability. We spoke to Josh Murray, the founder of Josh’s Rainbow Eggs to unpack the story from a farmer’s perspective.Host: Precious IdikaReporting: Eugenie DixonProducer: James BellSeries producer: Joanna BeardExecutive producer: Kate Arnott