Brazil egg price increase is seasonal, says ABPA
Prices expected to normalise after lent
28 February 2025
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By: In a recent market report, the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) said the recent rise in egg prices is a seasonal trend, typically observed in the weeks leading up to and during Lent.
After an extended period of low prices, demand for eggs has surged as consumers shift away from red meat in favour of white proteins and eggs—a common dietary pattern during this time of year.
In addition to seasonal demand, rising production costs have also played a role in the price increase. Over the past eight months, the cost of corn - one of the primary feed ingredients - has risen by 30%, while packaging material costs have more than doubled. Record-high temperatures have further impacted poultry productivity, affecting overall supply.
Despite these challenges, producers anticipate the market will stabilise once Lent ends and protein consumption patterns return to normal.
ABPA also emphasised that the rise in egg exports has little impact on domestic availability. Although exports have been increasing, they account for less than 1% of Brazil’s projected production of 59 billion eggs this year. The country’s per capita egg consumption is expected to reach 272 units in 2024, exceeding the global average by more than 40 eggs per person.
