The USDA reported that egg shortages are easing, with no major bird-flu outbreak for two weeks. But increased holiday demand may drive a temporary price increase.

Egg prices again reached a record high in February, as the bird flu continues to run rampant and Easter and Passover approach. The latest monthly Consumer Price Index showed a dozen Grade A eggs cost an average of $5.

If prices remain high, it will be third year in a row consumers have faced sticker shock ahead of Easter on April 20 and Passover.