Shell egg marketer's benchmark price for negotiated egg sales of USDA Grade AA and Grade AA in cartons, cents per dozen. This price does not reflect discounts or other contract terms.

DAILY CALIFORNIA SHELL EGGS

(USDA Market News)

Des Moines, Iowa

Dec. 7

Benchmark prices are steady. Asking prices for next week are 4 cents lower for Jumbo and unchanged on the balance of sizes. Trade sentiment is steady to barely steady. Offerings are moderate to heavy. Demand is mostly moderate. Supplies are light to moderate. Market activity is moderate. Small benchmark price $1.20.

Size Range Size Range

Jumbo 168 Extra large 171

Large 168 Medium 140

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Prices to retailers, sales to volume buyers, USDA Grade AA and Grade AA, white eggs in cartons, delivered store door.

Size Range Size Range

Jumbo 150-162 Extra large 153-161

Large 145-157 Medium 120-130