Poultry Eggs

Global Poultry Eggs Market to Reach US$184.8 Billion by 2030

The global market for Poultry Eggs estimated at US$146.3 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$184.8 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Conventional Eggs, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 4.7% CAGR and reach US$66.2 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Cage-Free Eggs segment is estimated at 4.5% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$39.9 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 7.4% CAGR

The Poultry Eggs market in the U.S. is estimated at US$39.9 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$37.7 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 7.4% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 1.6% and 3.1% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 2.3% CAGR.

Global Poultry Eggs Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Are Poultry Eggs Remaining a Nutritional and Economic Cornerstone in the Global Food System?
Poultry eggs continue to serve as a vital protein source for billions of people worldwide due to their affordability, availability, and exceptional nutritional value. Containing high-quality proteins, essential fatty acids, vitamins (A, B12, D), and minerals such as selenium and choline, eggs have retained their status as a dietary staple across cultures and socioeconomic segments. Their versatility in culinary applications-from direct consumption to food processing-makes them indispensable to household diets and institutional catering alike.

Beyond nutrition, the poultry egg industry plays a significant economic role in rural livelihoods, small-scale farming, and vertically integrated agribusinesses. Layer farms, ranging from backyard operations to industrialized caged, cage-free, and free-range systems, provide income and employment across developing and developed markets. As consumer demand for animal proteins rises globally, eggs are increasingly positioned as a sustainable alternative to meat-requiring lower feed, water, and carbon inputs per unit of protein. This makes them a preferred source in climate-conscious food security discussions, especially in regions with rising population pressures.

How Are Shifting Consumer Preferences and Production Models Reshaping the Market?
The global poultry egg market is undergoing a significant transition as consumers demand greater transparency, animal welfare, and nutritional differentiation. Cage-free, free-range, pasture-raised, and organic eggs are witnessing growing demand, particularly in North America and Western Europe. These categories are being driven by retail and restaurant chains committing to animal welfare standards, as well as government policies phasing out conventional battery cages in countries such as Germany, the U.K., and parts of the U.S.

Nutritionally enriched eggs-such as omega-3, vitamin D, and selenium-fortified variants-are becoming increasingly popular in health-conscious consumer segments. Meanwhile, functional foods and nutraceutical sectors are integrating egg components into products targeted at muscle recovery, brain health, and aging. Producers are also diversifying revenue through liquid, powdered, and frozen egg products, which offer extended shelf life and convenience for foodservice, bakery, and manufacturing industries. This trend toward premium, value-added egg formats is enabling differentiation and margin improvement, especially as feed costs and disease mitigation expenses rise.

Where Is Demand Rising Across Geographies and Industry Verticals?
Asia-Pacific remains the dominant consumer and producer of poultry eggs, with China, India, Indonesia, and Japan accounting for significant output driven by population size, dietary preferences, and government support for domestic protein production. While China leads globally in both production and consumption, India is rapidly expanding with increased investments in layer integration and cold chain logistics. In Latin America, Brazil and Mexico are emerging as major egg-exporting nations, supported by regional trade alliances and improvements in biosecurity.

In developed markets, per capita egg consumption is stabilizing or marginally increasing, while market growth is being driven by product segmentation, foodservice innovation, and retail premiumization. Institutional buyers such as hotels, airlines, hospitals, and schools represent key B2B segments, where bulk egg procurement supports menu cost control and dietary compliance. Demand for processed egg formats-such as liquid egg whites, hard-boiled packs, and pasteurized yolks-is rising in commercial baking, sauces, and ready-to-eat meal applications. The halal, kosher, and plant-forward markets are also shaping innovation in egg alternatives and hybrid products.

What’s Driving the Global Growth of the Poultry Eggs Market?
The growth in the global poultry eggs market is driven by rising protein demand, affordability compared to other animal products, and evolving consumer preferences for ethical, functional, and convenient food choices. As inflation and food insecurity challenge global diets, eggs offer a nutrient-dense, price-stable solution that is scalable across both low-input and commercial farming systems. Public nutrition campaigns, school feeding programs, and biofortification initiatives are reinforcing the centrality of eggs in malnutrition mitigation strategies.

Advancements in genetic breeding, automated egg collection systems, climate-resilient housing, and disease surveillance are enhancing productivity and biosecurity in modern layer operations. Additionally, rising investment in cold chain logistics and packaging innovation is improving shelf life and access to rural and peri-urban markets. Policy frameworks supporting cage-free transitions, sustainability labeling, and traceability are pushing the industry toward greater transparency and quality assurance. As the balance between animal welfare, food safety, and nutrition security becomes more pronounced, poultry eggs are poised for continued growth across consumer and institutional landscapes.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Poultry Eggs market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Product Type (Conventional Eggs, Cage-Free Eggs, Organic Eggs, Free-Range Eggs); End-Use (Foodservice, Retail)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 48 Featured) -

• Avangard Holdings
• Bachoco
• Biyinzika Poultry International Ltd
• Cal-Maine Foods Inc.
• DAVA Foods A/S
• Daybreak Foods Inc.
• Doux Group
• Global Eggs (Granja Faria)
• Hillandale Farms
• Hy-Line International
• Hy-Line North America LLC
• Ise K.K.
• Michael Foods Inc.
• Perdue Farms
• Pilgrim`s Pride Corporation
• Proteína Animal (PROAN)
• Rembrandt Enterprises
• Rose Acre Farms
• Sichuan Sundaily Farm Ecological Food Co. Ltd.
• Vital Farms Inc.

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