Egg Farmers Pledge No Further Price Hikes

Thailand's egg farmers' association has ruled out any further price increases, with the Commerce Ministry hopeful prices will begin declining in August. Kanitnij Nonchui, spokesman for the Commerce Ministry, announced that four cooperative networks have adjusted their recommended farm-gate price for mixed-grade eggs from 3.60 baht to 3.80 baht per unit—an increase of 20 satang effective July 6, 2025. The Interior Trade Department has been closely monitoring production, costs, and consumption patterns.

The price adjustment reflects rising production costs and weather conditions affecting egg output in recent months. Farmers have faced mounting expenses continuously since March. However, the egg farmers' association confirms no additional increases are planned, and prices are expected to gradually decline following normal market mechanisms.

Current egg supply averages 43 million units daily, down from 45 million last year due to unpredictable weather reducing hen productivity, combined with the seasonal rotation of hens at 78–80 weeks of age. Exports remain at normal levels without significant increase. Farmers continue facing high production costs including feed, energy, and farm management expenses, driving price adjustments. Rising demand during the school year and government stimulus spending programs like "Thai Helping Thai Plus" have also supported consumption of eggs and egg-based products.

Kanitnij reported that Manooch Choothabthim, head of the egg farmers' association, and Paiow Arikul, head of the central region small-scale egg farmers' trade association, have jointly assessed conditions with the Interior Trade Department. Both confirmed that egg prices will not rise further and are expected to decline starting in August. Improved weather should increase productivity, young layer hens will boost output, and animal feed costs should decline as corn supplies increase. August's school holidays will also reduce seasonal demand, allowing prices to adjust downward through market forces.

The Commerce Ministry is coordinating with wholesale and retail distributors to stabilize retail prices and reduce impact on living costs. Budget eggs are being distributed through the Thai Helping Thai Plus program. On July 7, 2025, the Interior Trade Department will convene stakeholders, major operators, and retailers to discuss additional consumer relief measures.

The ministry will continue closely monitoring egg prices and regularly assessing conditions with farmers, traders, fresh markets, and retailers to ensure prices reflect actual costs and fairness for all parties. Citizens can report excessive pricing to the Interior Trade Department hotline at 1569. Violations carry penalties of up to seven years imprisonment or fines up to 140,000 baht under the 1999 Price of Goods and Services Act.