Egg prices in Egypt are showing variation between farms and markets on Monday, October 5, 2026. The cost of a carton of eggs differs based on type, such as white, red, or local eggs, and also varies from one residential area to another. This discrepancy arises from the addition of transportation and delivery costs, as well as the profit margin of traders, resulting in a different final price for a carton of eggs across different regions.
The price of a carton of white eggs in Egyptian farms is ranging between 113 and 115 Egyptian Pounds, which is the wholesale price for traders. However, for consumers in markets, the price of a carton of white eggs is ranging between 120 and 130 Egyptian Pounds, depending on the residential area and trading costs until the product reaches the consumer.
The price of a carton of red eggs in Egyptian farms has reached levels between 118 and 120 Egyptian Pounds. In markets, the price of a carton of red eggs has reached between 123 and 125 Egyptian Pounds, varying based on the region and place of sale. Red eggs are priced higher than white eggs according to the current levels in farms and markets.
The price of a carton of local eggs on Monday, October 5, 2026, in Egyptian farms is between 129 and 130 Egyptian Pounds. In retail markets, the price of a carton of local eggs is between 135 and 150 Egyptian Pounds, depending on the residential area, transportation costs, and trading costs.
The difference in egg prices between farms and markets is due to additional costs such as transportation, delivery, and traders' profit margins, as well as price variations between regions and shops. Based on the announced prices, the price of a carton of local eggs remains the highest compared to white and red eggs, while white eggs have the lowest price among the three types.
The prices of eggs in Egypt can be summarized as follows: white eggs in farms cost between 113 and 115 Egyptian Pounds and in markets between 120 and 130 Egyptian Pounds, red eggs in farms cost between 118 and 120 Egyptian Pounds and in markets between 123 and 125 Egyptian Pounds, and local eggs in farms cost between 129 and 130 Egyptian Pounds and in markets between 135 and 150 Egyptian Pounds.
The fluctuation in egg prices is being closely monitored by consumers, especially with the varying costs of living and the impact of these price changes on household expenses. The prices of eggs, a staple food item in Egypt, play a significant role in the country's food inflation rate and are being watched by both consumers and economic analysts.
Key points
- Egypt's egg prices vary between farms and markets.
- The price of a carton of eggs differs based on type and region.
- Local eggs have the highest price, while white eggs have the lowest price.
