Temporary Price Reduction on Eggs is Ending: What's Happening in Supermarkets.

In early 2025, significant price changes are occurring in the Ukrainian egg market. After a record increase last autumn, prices temporarily fell by 14-23% in January-February.

Experts warn of the possibility of new price increases due to rising feed and energy costs, as well as increased exports.

Situation in the Ukrainian Market

Egg prices in various supermarkets vary significantly. At EcoMarket at the beginning of March 2025, a dozen of ungraded eggs of category C2 can be purchased for UAH 29.90, while at ATB the price for a similar product of category C1 is UAH 38.30.

Graded eggs of the highest category are sold at MegaMarket for UAH 62 per dozen, which is more than twice the price of the cheapest options. At the beginning of January, the average price for a dozen of eggs in supermarkets was UAH 46-49, while at Varus they could be purchased for UAH 27.90. However, by the end of February, prices in some regions began to rise by 5-7% due to increased demand before Easter.

Reasons for Price Changes

The high price of compound feed, which has increased by 70-80% over the past year, is one of the factors influencing the cost of eggs. Producers are also forced to increase costs for energy resources, particularly gas for heating poultry houses, the price of which rose by 25% during the winter period.

The temporary price decrease in January-February is explained by a seasonal reduction in demand after the New Year holidays and an increase in supply from households. However, experts expect market stabilization in spring due to increased productivity of laying hens.

Global Market Situation

Compared to the crisis in the American egg market, the Ukrainian situation seems stable. The avian flu virus destroyed over 26 million birds, leading to an increase in egg prices to $8-9 per dozen (over UAH 300). The American government allocated $1 billion to combat the epidemic and import products.

This comparison highlights the uniqueness of the Ukrainian market, where temporary price reductions are supported by domestic resources, while the American market requires external interventions.

Forecasts for the Ukrainian Market

Analysts predict that by April 2025, egg prices in Ukraine could rise by 10-15% due to increasing electricity tariffs and higher exports. In the long term, egg production may increase by 30% by 2033, but domestic consumption will remain below pre-war levels due to demographic changes.

Market experts note that the main challenge for producers remains inflationary pressure. The most likely scenario is a gradual price increase with periodic corrections due to seasonal factors.

Price Differences Between Supermarkets

Analysis shows that the most favorable conditions are offered by networks with their own logistics, such as ATB and EcoMarket. Graded eggs from well-known brands cost 30-60% more than ungraded ones due to additional logistics and marketing expenses.