On Saturday, October 31, 2026, Egypt's poultry prices experienced a decline of approximately 2 EGP per kilo. According to Abdelaziz El-Sayed, head of the Poultry Wealth Committee at the Cairo Chamber of Commerce, the price of poultry in farms now ranges between 73 and 74 EGP per kilo. This development comes as the Egyptian government continues to support small and large producers, aiming to open new export markets in Arab and African countries, as well as international markets.
The poultry industry is a cornerstone of Egypt's food security and national economy. In recent years, the sector has seen significant growth, with investments exceeding 200 billion EGP, according to Dr. Tarek Soliman, head of the Animal Wealth and Poultry Development Sector. The industry has also become a substantial employer, providing direct and indirect job opportunities for around 3.5 million citizens.
White poultry prices varied between 90 and 95 EGP per kilo, depending on the region. The Ministry of Agriculture is working to expedite the process of opening new markets to absorb the surplus local production, given the current boom in the poultry sector. Egypt has made notable strides in increasing its production capacity, with the number of poultry farms reaching over 27,000, including those producing table eggs, broiler chickens, and parent stock.
The price of Rumi poultry was reported to be around 150-160 EGP per kilo in the local market. Meanwhile, the production of table eggs reached 16 billion units, up from 14 billion units in the previous year. The production of local breed poultry also saw an increase of over 12%, reaching 360 million birds, as stated by Dr. Tarek Soliman.
The price of duck meat started at 130-140 EGP per kilo. According to Agriculture Minister Alaa Farouk, the poultry sector in Egypt comprises a diverse range of over 27,000 farms, including those specializing in producing parent and grandparent stock. The sector has achieved significant growth, with the production of white broiler chickens reaching 1.6 billion birds, a 14% increase from the previous year.
The price of Minar El-Saqa poultry dropped by around 2 EGP, recording 73 EGP for white poultry. The price of Saso poultry was reported to be 105 EGP. Egypt has made considerable progress in enhancing its production capacity for veterinary vaccines, increasing it to 2.3 billion doses annually, up from 120 million doses previously, according to Minister Alaa Farouk.
The price of chicks in the local market ranged between 25 and 26 EGP. The poultry sector's growth has been accompanied by an increase in the production of veterinary vaccines, supporting the industry's expansion. With the government's ongoing efforts to boost the sector, Egypt's poultry industry is poised for continued growth and development.
Key points
- Egypt's poultry prices dropped by around 2 EGP per kilo on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
- The Egyptian government is working to open new export markets for the country's poultry sector.
- The poultry sector in Egypt provides job opportunities for around 3.5 million citizens.
