"Egg imports have affected prices, measures are seasonal in nature, - Ministry of Agriculture"

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According to Munarbek Kanibek uulu, the reason for the rise in egg prices was the introduction of import restrictions, which helped domestic producers who were previously unable to compete with cheaper imported goods. Now, after the import ban, prices for local products have begun to increase.

He added that the current situation is temporary and related to seasonality: during the winter months, there is a decrease in egg production due to a reduction in hens' egg-laying. However, with the arrival of warmer weather, an improvement in the situation is expected, along with regular supplies and a restoration of price balance in the market.

Similar measures also apply to meat products: an export ban on meat has been introduced to stabilize the domestic market. In addition, authorities are taking steps to increase production volumes. In particular, programs for preferential lending to farmers engaged in breeding livestock have been launched, with an interest rate of 3%.

A new pilot project has also been announced, with funding of 1.5 billion soms, which will be implemented in test mode to analyze its effectiveness. Preferential financing will be provided only to participants in clusters, with applications for participation accepted by the Ministry of Agriculture, after which a special commission evaluates the projects and makes funding decisions. After approval, participants complete the necessary documents, and funds are allocated through banks. Control over the targeted use of funds will be carried out by the banks themselves, while the ministry will monitor the implementation of the project.

Note

In order to stabilize prices for chicken eggs, the Antimonopoly Regulation Service issued a warning to the Association of Poultry Farmers on March 11, 2026. The press service of the agency reported that a monitoring of retail prices for chicken eggs was conducted on March 14-15, 2026, which showed a decrease in prices at retail outlets in the capital, Bishkek.

As a result of the monitoring, it was found that prices for chicken eggs in the markets of Bishkek changed as follows:
Market NameMinimum Price for 10 pcs.Maximum Price for 10 pcs.Average Price for 10 pcs.
1Alamedin115155135
2Osh100160130
3Orto-Sai100165132.5
4Old Square Market110130120

In the retail chains of Bishkek, egg prices range from 110 to 150 soms per dozen, depending on the product category, producer, and location of the retail outlet:

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Retail Chain NameMinimum Price for 10 pcs.Maximum Price for 10 pcs.Average Price for 10 pcs.
1“Globus”115150132.5
2“Asia”119146132.5
3“Alma”110155132.5
4“Dostor”120132126

In other retail outlets, both large and small, located throughout Bishkek, the average retail prices for eggs range from 110 to 160 soms per dozen.

On average, prices have decreased by 1-3 soms per egg.

Note: In the “Dostor” store, the minimum price for 10 eggs is 118 soms.
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