Poultry News & Developments
Poultry Exports Double in H1FY26
UAE has overtaken Oman as the largest buyer of Indian eggs, helping India's poultry exports more than double to about $149 million (Rs 1,288.63 crore) in H1FY26 — up from $71.16 million a year earlier. Supply shortages in Turkey and Iran have lifted demand for Indian eggs, with national production reaching 142.77 billion eggs in 2023-24.
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17th Poultry India Expo 2025
South Asia's premier poultry event returns with expanded scope and impact. Organised by IPEMA under the theme "One Nation, One Expo," the 17th edition features 500+ exhibitors from 50+ countries, 45,000+ expected visitors, and 35,000 sq.m. across seven halls at Hitex Exhibition Centre, Izzat Nagar, Hyderabad.
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Poultry Sector to See 4–6% Revenue Growth This Fiscal
Per Crisil Ratings, the sector should see 4–6% revenue growth this fiscal — broiler volumes up 6–8% to 5.86 lakh tonnes and layer revenue up 7–9% — though operating margins may slip 80–100 basis points on softer first-half broiler prices. India's per-capita egg consumption is still just 102, against a global average of 218.
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Agriculture Status to Poultry
The Central Government is pursuing agricultural status for poultry, fisheries and animal husbandry — sectors that employ millions, including many women workers. The Maharashtra model points the way with agricultural electricity tariffs, tax relief, solar subsidies and a 4% interest subsidy on livestock loans, covering layer farms of up to 50,000-bird capacity.
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Poultry Science
Infectious Bronchitis Virus (IBV)
IBV attacks the layer's reproductive system — damaging oviduct epithelial cells to cause up to a 70% drop in egg production in the acute phase. In young birds the oviduct damage can be irreversible, creating "false layers," and while flocks may recover in 6–8 weeks, permanent loss can also occur — a critical concern for layer operations.
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President's Desk · IPEMA
Monthly Round-Up: November 2025
As the industry advances into another promising period, October's developments reflected IPEMA's sustained emphasis on expansion and cooperation — the Curtain-Raiser Media Meet in New Delhi, the PFI 36th AGM in Lucknow, World Egg Day with NECC, and ministerial outreach for the show. Preparations for the 17th Poultry India Expo 2025 — 450–500+ exhibitors from 50+ countries — are in full swing as the countdown intensifies.
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Mr. Uday Singh Bayas — Expo Invitation
The IPEMA President invites the international poultry sector to the 17th Poultry India Expo, November 26–28, 2025 at Hitex Exhibition Centre, Izzat Nagar, Hyderabad. Knowledge Day on November 25 features global expert speakers on innovation and sustainability.
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Recipe of the Month
Green Egg Chilly
A desi-style spicy Telangana egg chilly — bold, fiery and full of flavour. Best served hot with steamed rice or chapati.
17th Poultry India Expo
Hitex Exhibition Centre, Izzat Nagar, Hyderabad · 26 – 27 – 28 Nov 2025
Contact IPEMA at info@poultryindia.co.in · +91 7997994331