Koforidua, April 13, Egg suppliers in Koforidua have appealed to government to urgently engage Burkina Faso over a trade suspension that has halted egg exports for more than two months, leading to a domestic oversupply.
The restriction, which affects exports from Ghana’s major poultry-producing areas, is reported to have stemmed from health concerns linked to a previous bird flu outbreak. Stakeholders say the issue remains unresolved due to the absence of an official government white paper clarifying the status of the outbreak.
The prolonged border closure has created a significant glut on the local market, placing financial pressure on farmers, traders and suppliers who rely on cross-border demand.
Ms Abena Amankwaa, an egg supplier at the Koforidua Central Market, lamented that the situation was forcing suppliers to sell at reduced prices to avoid spoilage.
“A crate currently sells between GH¢50 and GH¢55, but continued oversupply may force prices even lower,” she said.
While suppliers continue to count losses, some consumers and small businesses have benefited from the falling prices.
Ms Rebecca Gyan, a baker, said the reduced cost of eggs had improved her production capacity and product quality.
“My baked goods will be enriched, improving both the taste and quality of my products,” she said.
Some household consumers also noted that lower prices had improved access to protein-rich foods.
Industry players are calling on government to intensify diplomatic engagement with Burkina Faso to resolve the impasse and restore normal trade flows, warning that continued disruption could deepen financial losses and increase food waste.
GHBUSS
April 13, 2026
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