Egg suppliers in Koforidua are calling on the government to step in and help resolve a trade problem with Burkina Faso.
For more than two months, egg exports to Burkina Faso have been stopped, leading to too many eggs on the local market.
This concern was also raised earlier by the Poultry Farmers, Egg Sellers and Exporters Association during a press conference in Dormaa Ahenkro, one of Ghana’s main egg-producing areas.
Farmers and traders said they are facing heavy losses because they can no longer sell their products across the border.
The export ban is believed to be linked to health concerns after Ghana’s bird flu outbreak. According to industry players, the issue has not been fully addressed with an official government report, so the restrictions are still in place.
As a result, there is now an oversupply of eggs in the country.
At the Koforidua Central Market, an egg supplier, Abena Amankwaa, explained how the situation is affecting business. She said demand has dropped sharply, forcing sellers to reduce prices just to avoid losing their stock.
“The persistence of excess supply can compel me to sell crates of eggs at far lesser prices,” she said.
She added that a crate of eggs is currently selling for between GH¢50 and GH¢55, but warned that prices could fall even more if the situation continues.
While many suppliers are losing money, some consumers and small business owners are benefiting from the lower prices.
Rebecca Gyan, a baker, said the situation has helped her buy eggs in large quantities at a cheaper cost, which has improved her business.
“My baked goods will be enriched, improving both the taste and quality of my products,” she said.
Some households are also happy about the price drop, as it allows them to include more eggs in their meals and improve their nutrition.
However, people in the poultry industry say the situation cannot continue. They are urging the government to quickly engage with Burkina Faso to restore trade and bring stability back to the market.
