India Egg & Egg Products Market- Trend Analysis & Forecasts

India Egg & Egg Products Market Overview:
India’s egg and egg products market has grown into one of the most dynamic protein-based industries in Asia, valued at around US$ ** billion in 2024 and projected to reach US$ ** billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 8.9%. With 138 billion eggs produced in 2023–24, India stands as the third-largest global producer, contributing about 7% of world output. The per capita egg availability rose to 98 eggs per person annually, supported by urban dietary shifts, rising middle-class income, and government-backed nutrition programs such as the Mid-Day Meal Scheme. States like Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana together account for nearly **% of total production, while organized players like Suguna Foods and Venkys dominate commercial farming. The expanding use of processed eggs—especially in bakery, QSR, and nutraceutical industries—has pushed egg powder and liquid egg demand by over **% annually, signaling a gradual transition from fresh to value-added forms.

Primary Areas/ Elements of Research & Analysis
The report provides comprehensive and valuable insights into the supply and demand dynamics of the India’s egg and egg products market. Below are the variables considered and analyzed in the report:
• Supply-demand trends, market growth, and trade
• Market structure, conduct, and performance analysis
• Historical and forecasted market size (volume & value)
• Trade analysis (export & import), including key partners, quantities, values, and price trends
• Supply chain mapping, pricing, and regulatory framework
• Competitive landscape profiling of key players
• Factors influencing market performance, including sustainability trends

Market Growth Factors
The surge in India’s egg consumption stems from its affordable protein value and expanding food processing base. Average protein intake remains below the ICMR-recommended 60 g per day, positioning eggs as a cost-effective nutritional source. Domestic demand has risen at 9% CAGR since 2020, fueled by post-pandemic health awareness and fitness culture. The QSR and bakery segments, together valued at over US$ ** billion, are major consumers of processed egg derivatives. Supportive government schemes such as the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF) and the Livestock Health & Disease Control Scheme have spurred capacity expansion and cold chain investments. Additionally, India’s low feed cost structure—with maize and soybean meal prices averaging **% lower than global levels—enhances competitiveness and export profitability. As of FY 2024, processed egg product exports exceeded US$ ** million, rising **% year-on-year, underscoring growing international confidence in Indian suppliers.

Market Restraints & Challenges
Despite strong fundamentals, the sector faces recurring headwinds. Avian influenza outbreaks periodically disrupt production and exports, with the 2022–23 episode causing a **% decline in export volumes to Japan and the EU. Feed price volatility remains a major challenge—maize and soybean meal costs fluctuate up to **% annually, squeezing farmer margins. The industry’s fragmented structure, where over **% of farms manage fewer than 10,000 birds, limits economies of scale and traceability. Cold chain deficiencies cause post-harvest losses of nearly **%, especially in rural markets. Cultural resistance to egg consumption in vegetarian regions and regulatory delays in export certification further constrain expansion. Strengthening biosecurity, enhancing processing infrastructure, and harmonizing standards with international markets are critical to sustaining growth through 2032.

Market Segmentation
Shell eggs dominate India’s market, representing about **% of total sales, mainly through unorganized retail channels, while processed eggs—including whole egg, yolk, and albumin powders—are expanding rapidly at 11–12% CAGR. Fresh shell eggs cater to domestic households, whereas dried and liquid egg forms serve industrial applications in bakery, confectionery, and pharmaceuticals. India currently produces over ** thousand MT of egg powder annually, primarily in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, with export utilization above **% capacity. The bakery and confectionery sector accounts for around **% of demand, followed by foodservice and nutraceutical industries. Distribution is shifting toward organized retail and online grocery, growing over **% annually, while exports contribute about **% of total revenue, reflecting the market’s gradual diversification and modernization.

Competitive Landscape
The Indian market is moderately consolidated, led by integrated firms with advanced processing capabilities. Key players such as SKM Egg Products, Ovobel Foods, Suguna Foods, and Venkys India collectively command nearly **% of the processed segment. SKM operates India’s largest egg powder plant with ** thousand MT annual capacity, while Ovobel is expanding to ** thousand MT by 2025. New entrants like Eggoz and Happy Hens have popularized premium, antibiotic-free eggs, capturing niche urban demand. Technological improvements—including automated grading, traceability systems, and HACCP certification—have raised India’s export competitiveness. The influx of foreign partnerships and state-level cooperatives is strengthening market organization, driving both quality assurance and export readiness. This growing ecosystem is positioning India as a major global supplier of egg-derived proteins.

Outlook
The India egg and egg products market is poised to nearly double in value to over US$ ** billion by 2032, powered by dietary diversification, organized retail penetration, and policy support for livestock and exports. Domestic per capita availability is projected to exceed 130 eggs annually, supported by improved productivity and cold chain infrastructure. The processed export segment is forecast to grow at **% CAGR, led by demand from Japan, Vietnam, and the EU. Enhanced disease control, sustainable feed sourcing, and integration of digital supply chains will reinforce India’s role as a dependable supplier in the global protein trade. By 2032, the sector is expected to transition from volume-led to value-driven growth, creating opportunities in rural employment, food processing, and global trade alignment.

Scope of the Report:
• Historical Years: 2018-2023
• Base Year: 2024
• Forecast Period: 2025-2032
• Units: Value (US$ Million) and Volume (Thousand Tonnes)
• Report Coverage: Production, Consumption, Export, and Import
• Segments Covered:
By Product Type (Shell Eggs and Processed Egg Products)
By Form (Fresh Shell Eggs, Frozen Eggs, Liquid Eggs, and Dried Egg Powders)
By End-use Industry (Bakery and Confectionery, Foodservice Sector, Nutraceuticals, Animal Feed, and Pharmaceuticals)
By Sales (Domestic Sales and Exports)
• Companies Profiled: The market players include, SKM Egg Products Export (India) Limited, Ovobel Foods Limited, Venkys India Limited, Suguna Foods Private Limited, Srinivasa Hatcheries Limited, IB Group, Simran Farms Limited, Pioneer Poultry Group, Eggway International Asia Pvt. Ltd., Ovo Farm Pvt. Ltd., Eggoz Nutrition Private Limited, Happy Hens Farm India Pvt. Ltd., SR Hatcheries, Shanthi Feeds Private Limited, Sneha Group, Keggs’ Farm Private Limited, and Others.

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