Poultry Farmers Face Dim Prospects for Relief in Maize Prices

The global maize market has witnessed a notable surge in prices and the reasons are not confined to India alone. The prevailing scarcity in supply is evident both domestically and internationally, instigating concerns over the sustained escalation of maize prices. Within the poultry sector, there is a mounting apprehension regarding the rates and scarcity of maize. Presently, maize is being traded at prices exceeding the Minimum Support Price (MSP) by 400 to 500 rupees per quintal. The Poultry Association, i.e Poultry Federation of India, has consistently communicated its concerns to…

Early Stages of Dialogue: Poultry Stakeholders Consider Egg Exports to Russia from Namakkal, India

Poultry owners in Namakkal district are in the early stages of discussions about exporting eggs to Russia. The decrease in egg production in Russia due to the war with Ukraine and other factors has prompted considerations about importing eggs from other countries, including India. This presents an opportunity for Namakkal to explore potential exports to Russia. Valsan Parameswaran, the secretary of the All India Poultry Products Exporters Association (AIPPEA), mentioned that talks with Russia are at a preliminary stage. Various aspects, such as trade policies, certification processes, quality standards, and…