Indian poultry industry slashes output 25% immediately as feed costs surge over 40%

Poultry breeder bodies including AIPBA, CLFMA and KPFBA will cut production 25% and cull breeder stock to counter a 40%+ spike in soybean meal prices. Breeder bird prices have collapsed from Rs 140 to Rs 65. Industry seeks government nod for GM soybean meal imports to stabilise feed supply.

— Source publishedThu, 4 Jun, 2026, 20:52 IST·First seen Thu, 4 Jun, 2026, 20:59 IST·Source BL · Consumer & Economy

What happened

All India Poultry Breeders Association · Indian poultry industry bodies will cut production 25% immediately and cull breeder stock to offset a 40%+ surge in

Key facts

  • 25% production cut
  • soybean meal prices up 40%+ in past month
  • breeder birds price down from Rs 140 to Rs 65

Why this matters

Distressed breeder valuations (Rs 140 to Rs 65) and a fragmented industry under acute feed-cost stress create a window to acquire integrated feed-to-farm capacity, contingent on the GM soymeal regulatory decision.

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