NewsFlash Daily™
14 March 
Poultry farmers in Yadgir, Haveri and Koppal face massive losses as egg exports to Gulf countries stop amid global tensions
Bengaluru: The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel is beginning to affect multiple sectors in India, with the egg industry in North Karnataka now facing severe losses due to halted exports.
Farmers and poultry farm owners from districts such as Yadgir, Haveri, and Koppal say the suspension of egg exports to Gulf countries has pushed the sector into crisis.
Major Losses in Haveri Poultry Sector
According to farm owners, nearly 80 lakh eggs were exported daily from India through traders in Haveri to international markets earlier.
However, with global trade disruptions linked to the Iran–Israel conflict, import–export operations have slowed significantly.
As a result, egg prices have dropped sharply. While eggs were earlier sold for Rs5–Rs6 per piece, the price has now fallen to around Rs4, causing heavy financial losses to poultry farmers.
Koppal and Yadgir Markets Also Hit
The situation is similar in Koppal, where about 40 lakh eggs are produced daily. With export channels disrupted, large quantities of eggs are reportedly going unsold.
Farm owners say they are forced to bury unsold eggs in pits, as storage and transportation options remain limited.
Many poultry farms in the region are facing daily losses ranging from Rs1 lakh to Rs1.5 lakh, according to industry sources.
Exports to Gulf Countries Stopped
From Yadgir, eggs were regularly exported to Gulf markets such as Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Dubai.
With exports temporarily halted due to the geopolitical situation, farmers are now forced to sell eggs in the local market at lower prices, further increasing their losses.
Industry representatives have urged authorities to provide support and alternative market channels to prevent further damage to the poultry sector.
