The average cost of eggs has soared to $4.95, with a bird flu outbreak reducing supply and leading to prices surging

While egg prices remain high, some consumers have hatched a DIY solution of building home chicken coops to grow their own eggs to beat grocery store costs.

Farmers are having to take new measures to protect their flocks as bird flu cases are spreading across the country. NBC News’ Erin McLaughlin shows us how one farmer is keeping his chickens safe, but having to pass the cost on to his customers.