Small-scale egg farmers in Thailand are struggling as large commercial farms lower egg prices below production costs. The Central Region Small-Scale Egg Farmers Trade Association has been alerted, prompting calls for government intervention to address alleged dumping practices that disrupt fair market pricing.
These farmers face increasing financial pressure from rising costs in production, feed, and biosecurity measures due to avian influenza outbreaks in nearby regions. Association president Payao Arikul highlighted how these factors, combined with prices falling below the official reference price of 3.20 baht per egg, lead to losses of 20 to 30 satang per egg for small producers, threatening their survival.
Ms. Arikul urges the government to examine these pricing practices that destabilize the industry. In addition to price controls, the association recommends age-based culling, suggesting larger farms cull hens at 78 weeks and smaller farms at 80 weeks to stabilize supply and demand.
Thailand has the potential to produce eggs at equitable prices, but Ms. Arikul warns that prolonged unsustainable prices could drive small farmers out of business, causing long-term industry harm, reported Bangkok Post.
Key Takeaways
Small-scale egg farmers report significant losses due to low market prices.
Rising production costs and biosecurity measures add to economic strain.
Calls for government investigation and compliance with culling guidelines aim to stabilize the market.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2026-01-31
