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Head of the National Union of Poultry Farmers: Egg Production Has Decreased Due to Shortage of Animal Feed

Jan 23, 2026 January 23, 2026 1 min read 📰 Iran International (Farsi)
📋 Key Takeaway

Hamidreza Kashani has reported a significant decrease in egg production due to a severe shortage of animal feed in Iran. This situation poses a risk of rising prices and further production declines, impacting the poultry industry and consumers alike.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The shortage of animal feed threatens egg production in Iran, potentially leading to higher prices and food insecurity.

👥 Key Players

Hamidreza Kashani MENTIONED
Head of the National Union of Poultry Farmers
"Kashani represents the interests of poultry farmers in Iran, a vital sector for food production and economic stability."

📰 What Happened

Hamidreza Kashani reported a significant decrease in egg production in Iran due to a severe shortage of animal feed. He warned that if the situation continues, prices will rise and production will decline further.

  • Animal feed has been scarce for nearly three months.
  • Eggs are sold at an approved price, limiting producers' ability to raise prices despite rising costs.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: The decrease in egg production could lead to food shortages and increased prices, exacerbating economic difficulties for consumers.
🌍 Regional: Food production issues in Iran can affect regional stability and trade dynamics, especially with neighboring countries reliant on Iranian agricultural products.
🌐 International: Rising food prices in Iran may draw international attention to the country's economic struggles and impact diplomatic relations.

📚 Background

Iran has faced ongoing economic challenges, including sanctions and inflation, which have affected various sectors, including agriculture. The poultry industry is a key component of Iran's food supply.

Iran's agricultural policies Impact of sanctions on food production
📡 Source: NEUTRAL
📊 Confidence: 70%
The statement comes from a representative of the poultry industry, providing insights into the challenges faced by producers.

Hamidreza Kashani, the head of the National Union of Poultry Farmers, stated: "For nearly three months now, animal feed has been very scarce and hard to obtain for producers, and egg production has been affected. We issued warnings earlier, and further warnings are no longer useful." He added: "If this trend continues, prices will keep rising, and production will further decline, as eggs are sold at the approved price, and there is no possibility of increasing prices."

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Translation confidence: 85%

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