1、Overview of the Irish table egg market-cost and pricing report Price&Market Data Analysis18 July 2024Understanding the sectors current state and future potential requires access to reliable and timely data.From the available public information,the following is a high-level overview of the sector in

2、numbers:Total Hen Housing Capacity:The most recent Agricultural Census completed in 2020 puts the total housing capacity for laying hens in the State at just over 5.1 million,with over 76%of that available capacity located in the border region(CSO classification).Active Hens and Egg Production:Euros

3、tat figures for the year 2022 estimate that the total laying hen population was in excess of 3.1 million for that year.Public data from 2022 suggests total egg production exceeds 1 billion annually(source:Eurostat),while information regarding sales indicate that over 600 million class A eggs are sol

4、d in Ireland each year.Sustainable Practices:Bord Bias Sustainable Egg Assurance Scheme(SEAS)currently has 14 certified egg packing centres.Overview of the Irish Egg SectorThis report aims to provide an overview of the Irish egg production sector using publicly available data from reputable sources,

5、including:Central Statistics Office(CSO):The CSO provides various datasets on agricultural production,including data on laying hen numbers,egg production for human consumption and prices.(https:/www.cso.ie/en/statistics/agriculture/)Eurostat:This European Commission platform offers data on egg produ

6、ction and prices for member states,allowing for regional comparisons.(https:/agriculture.ec.europa.eu/farming/animal-products/eggs_en)While these sources offer valuable insights,it is crucial to acknowledge their limitations.Publicly available data may not capture the full picture,potentially lackin