The podcast "The Journal" investigates Cal-Maine, the largest egg producer in the United States, amidst rising egg prices and accusations of price gouging. The episode explores the impact of bird flu on egg supply, Cal-Maine's biosecurity measures, and the company's resulting profits. It also addresses criticisms that Cal-Maine is exploiting its market position and examines the company's defense, which centers on supply and demand economics and the challenges of quickly adjusting egg production. The podcast further investigates Cal-Maine's pricing practices, past legal issues, and the potential for continued price volatility in the egg market due to ongoing bird flu outbreaks.
