Egg prices have climbed to a two-year high of 4 baht each, driven by reduced supplies due to hot weather and high animal feed prices. Prices are expected to ease in October as climate conditions improve.
A network of layer farmer cooperatives, which includes four egg producer cooperatives from Ang Thong, Chachoengsao, Chiang Mai and Chon Buri, announced a new recommended farm-gate price for mixed chicken eggs of 4 baht per egg, up from 3.80 baht, effective on Friday.
Manoch Chootubtim, president of the Layer Farmers Association, told the Bangkok Post egg supplies declined mainly because of fluctuating weather, with heat and rain reducing egg production.
The changing weather also increased hens' vulnerability to illness, resulting in lower egg production. Farmers have to provide nutritional supplements during this period to support flock health.
Farmers are also struggling with higher operating costs. Feed prices have increased from around 13 baht per kilogramme earlier this year to 14-16 baht currently, according to Mr Manoch.
He said he expects egg prices to fall in October as improved weather conditions support hen productivity and reduce the risks of heat-related illnesses. As a result, more eggs should enter the market.
Chanon Koetcharoen, president of the Restaurant Association, said higher egg prices may prompt restaurant operators to choose smaller eggs, whose prices are generally lower.
But prices for street food fried eggs, which typically cost 10-15 baht each, are unlikely to change.
The Department of Internal Trade (DIT) plans to sell 3.42 million eggs through the nationwide "Thai Chuay Thai" initiative from Aug 13-31 at prices 10% lower than market prices.
The DIT said while there is not an egg shortage, production levels are below the usual standard.
The department expects daily egg production to reach 43.4 million this month, down 3% from typical output levels.
Thailand produced 43 million eggs a day in 2025, with 97% for domestic consumption and the remainder for exports, according to the Department of Livestock Development.
