August 19, 2025

Bangladesh's egg production insufficient to meet demand despite hitting 60 million daily, says official

Bangladesh produces around 60 million eggs every day, but this is still not enough to meet domestic demand, Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter said today.

"At present, the average per capita meat consumption in the country is only 200 grams. Still, many families eat meat only once a week or even once a month," Akhter said.

In terms of fish production, Bangladesh is in a relatively good position, she added.

"Fish, meat, milk, and eggs are our main sources of nutrition. Therefore, along with studies, the nutritional needs of students must also be taken into account."

She made these remarks at the inauguration of a newly built six-storey academic building at Dhaka Central Girls' High School and at a reception ceremony for outstanding SSC-2025 students.

- The Daily Star