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Head of the Poultry and Fish Union of Hamedan: There is no shortage of chicken in the Hamedan market

1w ago October 19, 2026 1 min read 📰 ISNA
📋 Key Takeaway

The head of the Poultry and Fish Union in Hamedan reported a rise in chicken prices, with fresh chicken now costing 360,000 tomans per kilogram. This increase reflects market conditions but indicates no shortage of supply.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The increase in chicken prices in Hamedan underscores economic challenges in Iran, despite no reported supply shortages.

👥 Key Players

Head of the Poultry and Fish Union of Hamedan MENTIONED
Leader of the local poultry and fish industry
"They play a crucial role in regulating prices and ensuring supply in the local food market, which is vital for food security in Iran."

📰 What Happened

The head of the Poultry and Fish Union in Hamedan announced a rise in chicken prices, with fresh chicken now costing 360,000 tomans per kilogram, while northern chicken prices vary between 370,000 to 390,000 tomans. Despite the price increase, there is no reported shortage of chicken in the market.

  • Fresh chicken prices in Hamedan have reached 360,000 tomans per kilogram.
  • Northern chicken prices range from 370,000 to 390,000 tomans, indicating regional price variations.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: The rise in chicken prices highlights ongoing inflationary pressures in Iran's economy, affecting consumer purchasing power and food security.
🌍 Regional: This situation may influence regional food supply dynamics, especially if other provinces experience similar price increases.
🌐 International: International observers may view this as a reflection of Iran's economic instability, which could impact negotiations and relations with other countries.

📚 Background

Iran has been facing economic difficulties, including high inflation and currency devaluation, which affect food prices and availability. Poultry is a staple protein source in Iranian diets.

Iranian economy and inflation Food security in Iran
📡 Source: NEUTRAL
📊 Confidence: 70%
The information comes from a local industry leader, which may provide a factual account but could lack broader economic context.

The head of the Poultry and Fish Union of Hamedan announced an increase in the price of fresh chicken in the market of this province, stating that the price of each kilogram of fresh chicken in Hamedan has reached 360,000 tomans, while northern chicken, depending on the ranking, has reached between 370,000 to 390,000 tomans.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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