8 months ago
Egg Prices Surge 25-50% Due to Winter Demand
Egg prices have gone up a lot, about 25% to 50%, in big cities like Delhi and Mumbai.
This is because more people are buying eggs in the winter, but there aren't enough eggs being made to meet the demand.
The prices are expected to stay high until February.
Some places, like Maharashtra and Bengaluru, are having a hard time meeting the demand because of cold weather affecting production.
Also, more eggs are being sent to other countries, which is making the situation worse.
The government and egg producers are trying to make more eggs to meet the demand.
Egg prices have increased by 25-50% in major urban centers due to winter demand and production shortfalls.
Wholesale prices are expected to reach Rs 8,500 per 100 units in January 2026, with retail prices crossing Rs 800 per 100 units.
Regional shortfalls in production, such as in Maharashtra and Bengaluru, are exacerbating the supply issue.
Exports have increased by 40%, further impacting domestic supply.
Egg production in India increased by 4.4% in 2024-25, with major contributions from states like Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana.
- Who
- Consumers, traders, poultry federation of India, national egg coordination committee (NECC), department of animal husbandry
- What
- Egg prices have spiked 25-50% due to increased winter demand and production shortfalls
- Where
- Major urban centers including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and several other cities
- When
- Prices have increased since August/September 2025, expected to remain high until February 2026
- Why
- Increased demand during winter months, production shortfalls, and higher exports
Supply Constraints
Demand Surge
Production Shortfalls
Supply Constraints
Production shortfalls in regions like Maharashtra and Bengaluru are exacerbating the supply issue.
Demand Surge
Increased demand during winter months is driving up prices.
Exports
Supply Constraints
Exports have increased by 40%, further impacting domestic supply.
Demand Surge
Higher exports are meeting international demand but reducing domestic availability.
Key facts
- Current Retail Price
- Rs 800 per 100 units
- Price Increase
- 25-50% since August/September
- Expected Wholesale Price
- Rs 8,500 per 100 units in January 2026
- Production Increase
- 4.4% in 2024-25
- Per Capita Availability
- 106 units per annum in 2024-25
- Major Producing States
- Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, West Bengal, Karnataka
- Export Increase
- 40% higher than usual
Quotes
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A person discussing chicken prices and sales trends in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai
“December 31 usually sees the highest chicken sales in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai due to New Year celebrations”
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