Egg prices in Nepal have risen sharply due to a significant drop in production caused by extreme heat. Farmers report that chickens are eating less feed in the heat, which has led to a decline in egg output. Additionally, increased humidity and disease outbreaks during the rainy season have worsened the situation.
According to the Nepal Layers Poultry Farmers Association, the new support price effective from today in Chitwan is set at Rs. 480 per crate for large eggs and Rs. 450 for medium-sized eggs.
Daily egg production has dropped to 30,000 cartons, down from 40,000 just four months ago. Due to the shortage, wholesalers have set the price at Rs. 3,540 per carton for large eggs and Rs. 3,330 for medium ones.
Laboratory testing has revealed the presence of infections such as H9, Gumboro, and Salmonella, which are contributing to the decline. Many farmers are also being displaced from poultry farming as they are unable to cover their costs.
This article was originally published on bajarkochirfar.com. Translated with the help of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.
