BANGKOK, Thailand – The Department of Internal Trade (DIT) under the Ministry of Commerce has confirmed that the current supply of chicken eggs remains sufficient to meet domestic demand, despite a recent price adjustment. Officials attributed the price increase to extreme heat conditions impacting egg production, but reassured the public that consumer protection measures are being implemented.
Withayakorn Maneenet, Director-General of the DIT, stated that the department has been closely monitoring egg production and trade across wholesale and retail levels. As of now, approximately 44.52 million eggs are being released into the market daily, meeting the national average consumption of 43.30 million eggs per day. There are no shortages, and prices remain within government-regulated ranges.
The rise in the recommended farm gate price for mixed-size eggs — from 3.20 baht to 3.40 baht per egg — is primarily due to soaring temperatures since early April. The heat has affected hens’ productivity, resulting in fewer and smaller eggs. Large-sized eggs (size 0–2) now account for only 60% of the total, down from the usual 70%, while small-sized eggs (size 3–5) have increased to 40%. In addition, farmers are burdened by rising production costs from water and electricity used to cool poultry houses.
To mitigate consumer burden, the Commerce Ministry is launching mobile “Blue Flag” trucks and budget markets nationwide, selling eggs at below-market prices in Bangkok, its vicinity, and regional areas. This initiative aims to ease cost-of-living pressures during the hot season.
Authorities urge the public to report any instances of excessive egg pricing via the DIT hotline (1569), [email protected], or local provincial commerce offices. Violators may face penalties under the Price of Goods and Services Act B.E. 2542, including fines up to 140,000 baht or imprisonment of up to 7 years, or both.
Mobile “Blue Flag” trucks will distribute eggs at discounted prices across Bangkok and other regions.
Consumers are encouraged to report price gouging through the Commerce Ministry’s hotline or digital platforms.
