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Rising food prices have become a major concern as they are becoming a burden for household budgets, at a time when professionals are scrambling for additional income. But even in such dire times, some retailers are eyeing profits, even if it leads to manipulation. A TikTok user, identified as Tom, has raised eyebrows with claims that local grocers are engaging in deceptive practices by manipulating egg packaging to charge higher prices. In a viral video, Tom alleges that his usual egg brand has altered its packaging to include the term “cage-free,” subsequently hiking up the price from $1.79 to $3.99 per dozen.
In the video, Tom visits his local grocery store to provide evidence of the purported scam, displaying the modified packaging and the associated increased cost. He points out that the store features signage explaining the meanings of “cage-free” and “free-range,” highlighting that these terms do not guarantee outdoor access for the chickens. Tom asserts that grocers are exploiting these labels to dupe consumers into purchasing higher-priced eggs that offer no significant difference from cheaper alternatives. He notes that even basic white eggs sold in bulk at warehouse stores like Costco are labeled as “cage-free.”
While Tom’s claims have stirred controversy, some skepticism remains regarding the true nature of the packaging change. It’s suggested that perhaps Tom resides in a state with stringent cage-free laws, or his preferred brand may have recently transitioned to producing cage-free eggs. In response to a discussion about egg options, user @sergeipetrenko8 suggested buying from a local farmer, advocating for supporting local agriculture. User @CactusZach423 chimed in, recommending, “Buy pasture raised!” emphasizing the importance of choosing eggs from free-range environments. Echoing this sentiment, user @Cara supported the idea, stating, “Pastured or pasture-raised is the way to go,” highlighting the benefits of such eggs. Despite the allegations, it’s emphasized that producers cannot falsely label their products to justify higher prices.
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https://marketrealist.com/what-egg-packaging-scam-does-this-viral-social-media-video-expose-ex1/
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