Decline in egg production in Rostov region: main reasons and consequences

Experts attribute this decline to several factors. Aleksandr Rodin, president of the Association of Peasant Farms and Agricultural Cooperatives (AKKOR), points to the need to support small businesses, stating that current policy is focused on large companies. At the same time, Natalya Shumechkova, CEO of Aksayskaya Poultry Farm LLC, denied the data on a reduction in production at her enterprise, stating that their indicators remain stable; however, she also noted that overall statistics may not reflect the situation of all producers.

In addition, a significant reduction in private farms exacerbates the problem. Yuri Mukovoz, CEO of the Central Market, emphasizes that this reduction is due to high labor costs and a lack of motivation for running an agricultural business, which forces small farmers to reduce production volumes or close their enterprises.

The decline in production of both eggs and poultry meat (according to Rostovstat, poultry meat production also fell by 10.8%) may have a negative impact on the market, leading to a possible increase in prices, which will reduce the availability of these products for consumers. In the context of economic instability, it is important to support both large and small producers to ensure stability in the food market. The situation with egg production in the Rostov region highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to supporting agriculture in order to avoid serious consequences for producers and consumers in the future.