February 4, 2005

Feed prices, production trend of layers to influence egg prices in 2005

China Egg Market Report: 2004 Review & 2005 Outlook             
 
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The bird flu scare in the beginning of 2004 caused egg prices to plunge in the cities and rural areas, but by mid-year, prices rose sharply. For 2005, prices are expected to rise moderately and then remain unchanged, due to a number of favorable factors.

More contents in this 3-page report include:       

      1.   2004 Review of egg price movement in China

      2.   Forecast of egg price movement in 2005

• Better foundation for production
  
  
• Expansion of layer-breeding area
  
  
• Heightened awareness of epidemic prevention