India’s Egg Industry Faces Crisis As Quality Declines And Costs Surge

India’s poultry sector is witnessing a severe downturn as feed prices rise and climate stress triggers poor egg quality. Farmers report smaller eggs, thinner shells, and rising mortality rates in heat-struck regions. Fake eggs made of synthetic materials have also flooded some unregulated markets, worsening trust and safety issues. Experts urge immediate government intervention to stabilize input costs and enforce quality checks across the supply chain.

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India’s Egg Industry Faces Crisis As Quality Declines And Costs Surge
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India’s Egg Industry Faces Crisis As Quality Declines And Costs Surge

IN SHORTIndia’s poultry sector is witnessing a severe downturn as feed prices rise and climate stress triggers poor egg quality. Farmers report smaller eggs, thinner shells, and rising mortality rates in heat-struck regions. Fake eggs made of synthetic materials have also flooded some unregulated markets, worsening trust and safety issues. Experts urge immediate government intervention to stabilize input costs and enforce quality checks across the supply chain.

TL;DR

  • National poultry farms face spiraling feed expenses and heat woes.
  • Average egg weight has dropped by nearly 10 percent in two months.
  • High corn and soy costs blamed for nutritional imbalances.
  • Consumers report uneven quality and reduced shelf life.
  • Fake, plastic-like eggs seized in several local markets.
  • Veterinarians cite dehydration and heat stroke in flocks.
  • Farmers demand subsidies and affordable feed imports.
  • Government expected to finalize poultry welfare guidelines soon.
  • Experts warn mass farm closures if issues persist.
  • Safety agencies increase nationwide testing for adulterated eggs.

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