Egg Prices News

Egg prices have surged by 35-40% over the past year due to increased maize diversion for ethanol production, which has significantly raised poultry feed costs,

In Karnataka, a rise in egg prices has led to calls for an increase in funding for the mid-day meal scheme.

Australia's poultry industry is working to prevent H5 bird flu from entering commercial farms, fearing a single infection could significantly increase egg price

Rising egg prices are significantly impacting consumers, attributed to both seasonal and weather-related factors, as well as the ongoing crisis in West Asia.

Wholesale egg prices have reached a record high of Rs 780 per 100 pieces, while retail prices in Mumbai have hit an all-time high of Rs 120 per dozen.