Core Viewpoint - South Korea is experiencing a rise in egg prices due to multiple outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza, which may severely impact egg supply [1] Group 1: Price and Supply Impact - The retail average price of a 30-pack of large eggs in South Korea exceeded 7,000 KRW (approximately 34 RMB) last week, compared to a range of 6,000 KRW (29 RMB) to 7,000 KRW in November [1] - The average daily egg production in South Korea is about 50 million eggs, with the culling of hens expected to lead to a 3% to 4% decrease in egg production [1] - Despite the outbreaks, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs stated that the current egg supply has not been significantly affected, with egg production roughly in line with the same period last year [1] Group 2: Outbreak Statistics - As of December 24, South Korea reported three new cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, bringing the total number of outbreaks this season to 21 [1] - Since the beginning of winter, 11 outbreaks have been reported in egg-laying farms, nearly double the number from the same period last year [1] - During the previous avian influenza season, South Korea reported a total of 46 outbreaks, resulting in the culling of over one million chickens, which previously caused a spike in egg prices [1]
禽流感阴霾下 韩国蛋价上涨
Yang Shi Xin Wen·2025-12-26 02:30