On Thursday, October 29, 2026, Egypt's poultry prices saw a notable increase, with prices rising by approximately 2 EGP. 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 75-76 EGP per kilogram. This rise comes amid a thriving poultry sector that provides direct and indirect job opportunities for around 3.5 million citizens.
The Egyptian poultry sector has experienced significant growth in recent years. The production of white chickens reached 1.6 billion birds, marking a 14% increase from the previous year's 1.4 billion birds, as stated by Dr. Tarek Soliman, head of the Animal Wealth and Poultry Development Sector. This growth has been accompanied by an increase in the production of eggs, with 16 billion eggs produced, compared to 14 billion in the previous year.
The Egyptian government has made substantial efforts to boost the poultry sector. Dr. Alaa Farouk, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, announced that the country's production capacity for veterinary vaccines has increased significantly, reaching 2.3 billion doses annually, up from 120 million doses previously. This development aims to support the growth of the poultry sector and ensure its sustainability.
The prices of different types of poultry vary across the Egyptian market. White poultry prices range from 90-95 EGP per kilogram, depending on the region. Meanwhile, the prices of Romy poultry are around 150-160 EGP per kilogram. The sector's growth has prompted the Ministry of Agriculture to accelerate efforts to open new markets to absorb the surplus local production.
Other types of poultry have also seen price changes. The price of Baladi poultry is around 360 million birds, representing a 12% increase. Additionally, the price of ducklings starts at 130-140 EGP per kilogram. The poultry sector has achieved a significant investment and production boom in recent years, with investments exceeding 200 billion EGP.
Key players in the Egyptian poultry market, such as Munir El-Saka, have reported price increases for certain types of poultry. The price of white poultry at Munir El-Saka has reached 75 EGP, while Saso poultry has risen to 105 EGP. The Egyptian government is working to provide support to small and large producers and explore new export markets in Arab, African, and international markets.
The poultry sector in Egypt comprises over 27,000 diverse farms, including those producing table eggs, broiler chickens, parent stock, and specialized companies producing parent and grandparent stock. The sector's growth has led to an increase in the production of chicks, with prices decreasing to 25-26 EGP in the local market. The Egyptian government aims to continue supporting the sector and promoting its growth.
Key points
- Egypt's poultry prices have increased, with white poultry ranging from 90-95 EGP per kilogram.
- The Egyptian poultry sector provides job opportunities for around 3.5 million citizens.
- The sector has seen significant growth, with a 14% increase in white chicken production.
