The Egyptian poultry sector has experienced unprecedented growth in recent years, with investments exceeding 200 billion EGP, according to Dr. Tarek Suleiman, head of the Animal and Poultry Wealth Development Sector. The sector has become a significant contributor to the country's economy and food security. With over 27,000 farms across the country, Egypt's poultry industry is a substantial employer and producer.
On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, poultry prices in Egypt's stock exchange ranged between 72 and 73 EGP per kilogram for white chicken, according to Abdelaziz Sid, head of the Poultry Wealth Committee at the Cairo Chamber of Commerce. This stability is a welcome respite for consumers and producers alike. The prices of local and Saso chickens were reported at 140-145 EGP and 140 EGP, respectively.
The Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture is working to provide easy financing for breeders in collaboration with the National Bank of Egypt and the Egyptian Agricultural Bank. This initiative aims to support the purchase of production necessities such as feed, chicks, medicines, and veterinary vaccines. Additionally, the ministry is financing the development of breeding rooms to increase efficiency and economic returns.
The prices of poultry in the stock exchange vary depending on the region, with prices ranging from 85 to 90 EGP per kilogram. According to Agriculture Minister Alaa Farouk, the sector includes various farms producing table eggs, broiler chickens, parent chickens, and specialized companies producing parent and grandparent chickens.
In the general poultry stock exchange, prices were reported at 73 EGP per kilogram for white chicken, while Saso chicken prices stood at 105 EGP per kilogram. The price of white parent chickens was 75 EGP per kilogram. The Ministry of Agriculture is working to accelerate the opening of new markets to absorb the surplus local production.
Some stock exchanges, such as "Mohamed Adel," reported prices of 72 EGP for white chicken and 105 EGP for Saso chicken. The white chick was priced at 22 EGP. The industry provides direct and indirect job opportunities for around 3.5 million citizens. Egypt's poultry production has seen significant growth, with white chicken production reaching 1.6 billion birds, a 14% increase from the previous year.
Other stock exchanges, such as "Mounir El-Saqa," also reported stable prices of 72 EGP for white chicken. The white chick was priced between 26 and 27 EGP, while the Saso chick ranged between 19 and 20 EGP. A kilogram of white parent chicken was sold for 75 EGP. The sector's growth has been remarkable, with efforts underway to open new export markets in Arab, African, and international markets.
Key points
- Egypt's poultry sector has seen unprecedented growth with investments exceeding 200 billion EGP.
- The sector provides direct and indirect job opportunities for around 3.5 million citizens.
- Poultry prices in Egypt's stock exchange are stable, with white chicken at 72-73 EGP/kg.
