Egg prices rise for fifth time since Shrawan

Egg prices in Nepal have climbed for the fifth time since the beginning of the Shrawan festival, signaling a sustained upward trend in the cost of this staple food. The latest increase comes as the country enters the Bhadra month, further impacting household budgets.

The Nepal Layers Poultry Farmers Association has implemented new farm-gate support prices, which took effect on Thursday. These adjustments reflect changes in production costs and market dynamics. The association uses Chitwan as its reference market, and the revised price list indicates a rise for all categories of eggs, from small to extra-large.

This repeated surge in egg prices highlights ongoing challenges within the poultry sector and its effect on consumers. The association's move to set new support prices aims to ensure a viable market for farmers while navigating the economic pressures affecting the industry. The consistent increases suggest that consumers will continue to face higher costs for eggs in the near future.