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In France, eggs are becoming scarcer and more expensive. The reason is that the French are increasingly choosing eggs over meat as a source of protein. Poultry farmers in the Netherlands are taking advantage of the government's exit program.
In France, eggs are becoming scarcer and more expensive. The reason is that the French are increasingly turning to eggs instead of meat as a source of protein. Poultry farmers in the Netherlands are taking advantage of the government's exit program.
The marketing prospects in the egg market remain strong. This was evident at this year's World Egg Organization (WEO) conference in Tenerife. Eggs continue to be a trending product, with global consumption on the rise.
In addition to the USA, where the avian flu continues to create a very tense supply situation, eggs are also becoming scarcer in Europe. This is partly due to changing consumption habits. For example, in France, consumers are increasingly choosing eggs as a protein source instead of meat, according to a recent study by Rabobank in the Netherlands.
The limited supply is also a result of the decline in cage farming in the neighboring country. The percentage has now dropped to 20%, and France is increasingly focusing on alternative farming methods.
There is also price pressure in the Netherlands due to a decrease in production. Currently, the self-sufficiency rate is at 241%, leading to periodic price pressure in the egg market. Many poultry farmers are taking advantage of the Dutch government's billion-dollar buyback program and ceasing production.
Complicated and expensive approval and conversion procedures are also hindering many farm developments. The government is also pushing for higher animal welfare standards. By 2026, the country plans to follow the German example of ending the practice of culling male chicks.
Hans-Peter Goldnick, President of the Central Association of German Poultry Production (ZDG), sees a stable demand in the egg market. However, he expresses concern about the global, highly dynamic disease situation. At the WEO Congress, it became evident that the industry must address issues related to farming practices, marketing, and supply security intensively.
