Egg retail prices double due to stricter EU rules on battery hen farming

The retail price of eggs in the Czech Republic has doubled since the start of the year due to the implementation of an EU directive that introduces stricter rules for laying hen farms. As a result, the supply of eggs has dropped across Europe, which is leading to increased prices. According to the website of the daily Právo, eggs are frequently sold out even at big super markets and retail for a record price of 64.9 crowns for ten eggs. Experts from the Czech Statistical Office expect prices of eggs and other food stuffs to grow over the next few months.

Author: Sarah Borufka