Egg and chicken prices in India could increase by up to 30 percent from December as rising maize and broken rice costs push up poultry feed prices.
Published: November 11, 2026, 2:55 PM IST
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The reason behind the probable increase in poultry prices is the rising cost of poultry feed ingredients| image: ANI
Price Hike: Amid the ongoing price hikes, another price increase is going to affect consumers’ pockets, as egg and chicken prices could rise by 25-30 percent from DecemberThe reason behind the probable increase in poultry prices is the rising cost of poultry feed ingredients, including maize and broken rice, whose prices have increased by 30-40 percent in recent monthsThe costs of maize and broken rice have doubled as farmers and traders are holding back their stocksIndustries, including poultry, that use grain as a key raw material, are expected to increase prices from December.
