Egypt’s meat, poultry prices show uneven movement
White poultry and egg prices fall sharply while beef and tilapia edge higher
EGYPT – Prices for beef, poultry, eggs, and tilapia fish in Egypt have shifted in different directions, demonstrating ongoing instability in the country’s food markets.
According to data from the Cabinet’s Information and Decision Support Center (IDSC), white poultry prices saw a steep daily drop of about 13.4%, bringing the average retail price down to roughly US$1.58 (EGP 74.2) per kilogram.
White eggs followed the same trend, with a carton declining by around 12.3% to trade near US$3.35 (EGP 157.1).
In contrast, beef prices posted a mild increase, with Kunduz beef rising by approximately 1.7% to reach US$8.60 (EGP 403.6) per kilogram.
Tilapia fish also recorded a moderate uptick, gaining about 5.2% to sell for around US$1.91 (EGP 89.6) per kilogram.
These shifts come just weeks after poultry prices had been climbing steadily, driven by economic pressures and rising input costs.
Poultry market remains volatile
By mid-October 2025, the cost of chicken and related products had been increasing almost daily, burdening Egyptian households already grappling with high living expenses.
The average farm-gate price of white chicken had risen to around US$1.38 (EGP 66) per kilogram, while consumers were paying close to US$1.65 (EGP 79) in retail markets, depending on transport and location.
The surge was largely attributed to higher feed import prices, fuel costs, and logistical challenges affecting distribution across the country.
Sasso chicken, known for its firm meat, was selling at roughly US$1.97 (EGP 94) at farms and US$2.16 (EGP 103) in local markets.
Meanwhile, local baladi chicken, preferred for its taste, climbed to approximately US$2.27 (EGP 108) at the production level and US$2.48 (EGP 118) in shops.
Beyond whole birds, processed chicken products such as breast fillets reached between US$4.21 and US$4.42 (EGP 200–210) per kilogram, making them less affordable for many families.
At the same time, day-old chicks essential for replenishing poultry farms were selling for about US$0.53 (EGP 25) each, putting additional strain on small- and medium-scale producers.
The combination of price drops in recent days and earlier hikes highlights the volatility of Egypt’s meat and poultry market, as producers and consumers continue to adjust to ongoing economic pressures.
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