Andhra Pradesh occupies the top position in egg production in the country, contributing over 19% of the total production. However, poultry businessmen report that domestic demand remains insufficient, forcing them to export eggs to other states.
Top 5 States — ~65% of National Output
According to the department of animal husbandry, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, West Bengal, and Haryana are among the nation's leading egg producers, cumulatively contributing nearly 65% of total egg production.
Andhra Pradesh tops India's egg production — exporting surplus to other states
ICMR — 180 Eggs Per Year
The Indian Council of Medical Research recommends consuming 180 eggs annually per capita. Actual consumption falls significantly below this benchmark.
Urban areas average 90-105 eggs per capita yearly, while rural regions consume 50-70.
COVID-19 — Demand Dip then Mid-April Recovery
Members of the National Egg Coordination Committee noted that egg and chicken consumption declined sharply since March. However, mid-April saw increased demand when eggs gained popularity as a zinc-rich protein supporting immune function against Covid-19.
NECC's Visakhapatnam Zone Chair Speaks
T Uday Bhaskar, NECC chairman for the Visakhapatnam zone, expressed satisfaction with Andhra Pradesh's leading position while voicing concern that per capita consumption remains only 80-100 eggs annually.
A Street Vendor's COVID Pivot — 300 Eggs/Day
"I used to sell panipuri earlier. But many people have stopped eating panipuri for fear of transmission of Covid-19. So now I have started selling eggs and sell nearly 300 eggs a day."
— BS Naidu, street-food vendor