The prices of chicken and eggs have declined in the capital’s kitchen markets following Eid-ul-Azha, offering some relief to consumers.
Although the Eid holidays ended a week ago, demand for chicken and eggs remains low, keeping prices stable or reduced. During visits to several markets in Mirpur-12, 10, 13, Pallabi, and Shewrapara on Friday, broilers and other varieties of chicken were found selling at notably lower prices.
Broiler chicken was selling at Tk160 per kg, while Sonali chicken was available at Tk230-240 per kg. Native (deshi) chicken ranged between Tk520 and Tk550 per kg. A dozen farm eggs were priced between Tk120 and Tk125.
Traders attributed the price drop to reduced demand after the Eid of Sacrifice when meat consumption typically decreases. “There was a rush for chicken before Eid, but now the demand has fallen,” said Amirul, a poultry vendor at the Mirpur-13 kitchen market.
Fish prices, on the other hand, remained largely stable. Rohu was sold at Tk300-350 per kg, katla at Tk340-400, shrimp at Tk700-800, tengra at Tk 600-700, farmed shing and magur at Tk500, koi at Tk200-250, coral at Tk750, pangas at Tk180-220, and tilapia at Tk150-220.
“There have not been major changes in the fish market,” said Saidur, a fish seller at Mirpur-13. “Some fish have become cheaper, while others like hilsa have seen price hikes.”
Vegetables also showed a declining price trend, with pointed gourd, okra, and ridge gourd selling at Tk50–60 per kg. Prices were even lower at wholesale markets and from mobile vendors. Sellers said vegetable prices in the capital have generally been falling since Eid.
Tanzin Ahasan, a private-sector employee shopping in Mirpur-13, said, “Chicken prices are quite low now, so I bought more than usual. Eggs are cheaper too. My children prefer chicken over fish, so it is a good time to stock up.”
Courtesy: Daily Sun.
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