ANALYSIS: EU Free-Range Egg Prices Surge Amid Tight Supply
EU free-range egg markets have extended their rally for a third consecutive week, consolidating a robust recovery following several weeks of decline from mid-December 2025 to late January. In this week’s reporting, average values increased by 4.8% week-on-week, reflecting persistent tightness in cage-free supply and renewed bullish sentiment among market participants.
The rally comes after a period of subdued sentiment driven by balanced supply and steady consumer demand over the holiday period. However, the ongoing shift by major European retailers toward cage-free and higher-welfare eggs is increasingly reshaping supply across marketing channels. As supermarket shelf space prioritizes barn and free-range products, the availability of these...
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