Retail egg prices have increased to Rs 8 per egg in Salem and Namakkal districts, causing concern among consumers. More than seven crore eggs are produced in the Namakkal region. These eggs are supplied to the Tamil Nadu government’s nutritious meal scheme, various parts of the country and overseas markets. The procurement price is fixed in Namakkal.
The farm procurement price of eggs, which stood at 570 paise on October 29, gradually increased to 670 paise from November 6. Poultry farmers attributed the rise to Deepavali demand and the onset of the winter season.
The highest-ever procurement price recorded last year was 680 paise on July 23. With the current price approaching that record, poultry farmers have expressed satisfaction.
Following the increase in the farm procurement price to 670 paise, retail shops in Salem and Namakkal districts have raised the price of an egg to Rs 8. The increase has caused concern among consumers.
Meanwhile, the procurement price of broiler chicken stands at Rs 126 per kg, while the price of layer hens is Rs 100. Retail chicken prices in Salem and Namakkal have also increased. A kilogram of chicken, which was sold at Rs 220 last week, is now priced at Rs 250.
Egg prices rise to Rs 8 in retail shops
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