This is a significant increase in a short period, and buyers are expressing concern about the rising prices of one of the staple products, awaiting explanations and improvements in the market situation.
If just recently a dozen small eggs could be purchased for 80-90 soms, now the minimum price is 110 soms.
Egg prices in Kyrgyzstan. March 2026.
The prices for large eggs range from 150 to 160 soms.
Egg prices in Kyrgyzstan. March 2026.
Even in supermarkets, where promotions for eggs were previously held at 60-70 soms, the promotional price has now risen to 119 soms.
Egg prices in Kyrgyzstan. March 2026.
What does the Ministry of Agriculture say about the price increase?
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry noted that the increase in prices was influenced by demand in Kazakhstan and Russia, where wholesale and retail prices for eggs are also rising.
Egg prices in Kyrgyzstan. March 2026.
"The wholesale price of eggs has increased from 10 to 12 soms per unit. However, there is a positive aspect for producers. Last year, prices were very low, and many entrepreneurs were on the brink of bankruptcy. Now this increase will help farmers recover," the ministry added.
According to official data, Kyrgyzstan is almost completely self-sufficient in chicken egg production, providing for itself at 80%.
Opinions of Poultry Farmers
The editorial team of Kaktus.media conducted interviews with local poultry farmers, who highlighted several reasons for the rise in egg prices.The first reason is the rising cost of feed, which comes from Kazakhstan. The government exempts feed from VAT to support poultry farmers, but even with this assistance, costs remain high.
Egg prices in Kyrgyzstan. March 2026.
Secondly, the situation is exacerbated by outbreaks of avian influenza. Cases of the disease have been reported in Russia, Kazakhstan, and other countries, leading to the need for culling bird populations.
"As a result, there is a global shortage, and demand for eggs has sharply increased. Even in Japan, one of the most developed countries, similar problems are being observed," the poultry farmers explained.
Egg prices in Kyrgyzstan. March 2026.
According to them, last year Kazakhstan actively purchased eggs from Kyrgyzstan, and now exports are mainly directed there.
Nevertheless, domestic producers must prioritize supplying the domestic market - supermarkets and regions of the country.The third reason is that there has been an increase in egg consumption over the past two years. People have become more health-conscious and are cooking eggs more often for breakfast, which increases demand within the country.
"Overall, the rise in prices is linked to global trends, increased feed costs, and rising demand," the poultry farmers concluded.
Egg prices in Kyrgyzstan. March 2026.
Egg prices in Kyrgyzstan. March 2026.
Poultry farmers concluded that to normalize the market situation, dialogue is needed between the Ministry of Water Resources and antimonopoly authorities. It is important to determine whether there is a decline in production or if the problem lies in other factors, and based on that, take measures.
Kyrgyzstan at the Top of Production in 2025
It is worth noting that in 2025, Kyrgyzstan became one of the leaders among EAEU countries in egg production volume.
Egg prices in Kyrgyzstan. March 2026.
This data was provided by the Eurasian Economic Commission. According to their calculations, in 2025, Kyrgyzstan produced 938.4 million eggs, which is 18.7% higher than the figures for 2024.
This growth rate is one of the highest in the union and significantly exceeds the average figure across the EAEU (+4.5%). Overall, in the past year, EAEU countries produced 58,788.8 million eggs.
