Namakkal, Tamil Nadu:
The farm-gate price of eggs in Namakkal has reached a new all-time high of ₹6.25 per egg from December 15, according to the National Egg Coordination Committee (NECC), Namakkal Zone Chairman K. Singaraj.
This historic rise marks a steady upward trend that began in mid-November. Egg prices first crossed the ₹6 mark on November 17, a first for the Namakkal poultry sector. The rate then increased to ₹6.10 on November 21 and remained unchanged for 22 consecutive days—one of the longest periods of price stability at such a peak level.
Prices resumed their upward movement in December, rising to ₹6.15 on December 13, ₹6.20 on December 14, and finally touching ₹6.25 on December 15, the highest level recorded so far.
What’s Driving the Price Surge?
According to NECC office-bearers, the sustained increase is driven by:
- Higher winter demand
- Increased consumption ahead of Christmas and New Year
- Improved movement of eggs to North Indian markets
- Steady export demand
Interestingly, egg consumption has remained strong despite the Sabarimala pilgrimage season, which typically dampens demand in Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
Outlook: Prices to Remain Firm
Given current market dynamics, NECC officials believe egg prices are unlikely to soften in the near term and are expected to remain firm at least until the Pongal festival.
In India, daily egg and chicken prices are often determined in advance by major poultry producers and industry associations, making Namakkal a key benchmark market for the sector.
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