July 7, 2026
 

Thailand's egg cooperatives raise farm-gate price for first time in over three months as EDS cuts supply

Elevated feed costs and Egg Drop Syndrome outbreaks have constrained production, while school reopening and government stimulus have strengthened demand.

Thailand's network of four major egg producer cooperatives has raised the recommended farm-gate price of mixed-grade eggs by 20 satang to 3.80 baht per egg (approximately US$0.11), effective 6 July 2026 - the first increase in more than three months.

The adjustment raises the price of a 30-egg tray from 108 baht to 114 baht (approximately US$3.14 to US$3.31). The new rate applies to mixed-grade eggs weighing 20.5 kilograms or more per tray and will remain in force until further notice. The cooperative network comprises the Chachoengsao Egg Farmers Cooperative, Chonburi Egg Farmers Cooperative, Chiang Mai-Lamphun Egg Farmers Cooperative and the Noi River Basin Egg Farmers Cooperative.

Pramote Chuthapthim, President of the Egg Farmers Association, said egg production has yet to fully recover despite improving weather following the hot season. Outbreaks of Egg Drop Syndrome (EDS) in some areas have reduced laying hen output, resulting in inconsistent supply. While energy costs have eased, feed costs remain elevated following earlier increases, keeping production expenses high.

Demand has strengthened with the reopening of schools after the semester break and improved consumer spending supported in part by the government's Khon La Khrueng Plus co-payment scheme, bringing supply and demand into closer balance.

The previous price adjustments were made in March 2026, when the cooperative network raised farm-gate prices from 3.20 baht to 3.40 baht on 17 March and then to 3.60 baht on 28 March. Prices were held steady throughout the school holiday period as consumer demand weakened.

Thailand's Department of Livestock Development is maintaining active EDS surveillance and advising farmers to strengthen biosecurity measures. Authorities confirmed that EDS does not infect humans and poses no risk to food safety.

Pramote said he was confident the current price level could be maintained for the remainder of the year, provided no unexpected disruptions occur.

- Pattaya Mail