Poultry prices witnessed another increase during trading on May 20, 2026, as the price of white chicken at farms rose to 80 Egyptian pounds per kilogram, compared to around 76 pounds in recent days, marking a new upward wave in poultry markets.

As for white chicken, prices reached about 80 pounds per kilogram at farms, while consumer prices in markets climbed to 100 pounds after a temporary decline.
Local chicken prices remained stable between 111 and 121 pounds per kilogram, with continued consumer demand despite their higher prices compared to other types. Sasso chicken recorded around 91 pounds at farms and up to 111 pounds for consumers, while breeder hens stabilized at 66 pounds at the farm level and 81 pounds for consumers.
Boneless chicken breast (“paneh”) prices reached around 231 pounds per kilogram, affected by a slight increase in raw poultry prices and operating costs within the market.
Regarding other birds, duck prices remained stable at varying levels: brown duck reached 141 pounds per kilogram, white duck 111 pounds, French duck 101 pounds, while quail stabilized at 91 pounds per kilogram.
Chick prices also saw a relative increase, with company-produced chicks priced at around 20 pounds, white broiler chicks (flocks) at 21 pounds, pure Sasso chicks between 10 and 11 pounds, and regular Sasso chicks between 9 and 10 pounds. Prices of local and hybrid chicks remained close, with local feathered chicks ranging from 5 to 6 pounds, hybrids from 7 to 8 pounds, second-generation chicks from 8 to 9 pounds, and Rosy Pure chicks from 7 to 8 pounds.
The poultry sector is considered one of the most important sectors supporting food security in Egypt, as it is the primary source of animal protein. Monthly consumption averages around 150,000 tons of white poultry, reflecting the importance of maintaining stability in this sector to support the local market.
In a related context, the sector is witnessing expanded export opportunities, as the Qatari market has been opened to Egyptian poultry. The first export shipment, consisting of 10 containers with a capacity of approximately 30 tons each, has already been dispatched, marking a strong return of Egyptian exports to this market.
Efforts are also continuing to open new markets, with ongoing negotiations with companies in Kuwait to export additional shipments in the coming period, alongside proposals to export eggs to the Qatari market as part of a plan to increase exports and diversify Egyptian poultry products in foreign markets.
Source: alamalmal.net