With egg prices soaring due to a nationwide bird flu outbreak, some New Yorkers are finding creative ways to cut costs, like Boris Jairala, who has turned to backyard chickens for a steady supply of fresh eggs.

Jairala says the rising cost of groceries has made his small flock a worthwhile investment.

“We still have to pay for their food and make sure they have everything they need,” he said. “But it’s nice having fresh eggs every morning without having to run to the store, or take out a loan to afford them.”

Egg prices remain high, up more than 36% from last year, according to WalletHub. The bird flu has wiped out millions of chickens across the country, tightening supply as demand surged over the holidays.

Experts say prices could stay high well into 2025 as farms work to rebuild their flocks.