After milk and curd prices were increased, Karnataka consumers are now facing another price shock as egg prices have started rising. The wholesale price of an egg in Bengaluru has gone up to ₹7.05 from ₹5 whereas retail prices have reached ₹8 per egg.
The rise comes at a time when households are already paying more for essential food items. Eggs are part of many families’ diets and widely eaten because they are an affordable source of protein. The latest price rise could therefore hit household food budgets, hotels, restaurants and small food businesses.
As per the market figures given above, the wholesale price has gone up by about ₹2 per egg. Retailers are charging around ₹8 now whereas some supermarkets sell eggs for ₹8.50 each.
Bengaluru Egg Price Today: Wholesale and Retail Rates
The latest reported prices in Bengaluru show a difference between wholesale and retail rates. Consumers buying eggs individually may pay more depending on the shop and location.
| Egg Quantity or Category | Reported Price |
|---|---|
| One Egg – Wholesale | ₹7.05 |
| One Tray (30 Eggs) | ₹212 |
| 100 Eggs – Wholesale | ₹705 |
| One Egg – Retail | ₹8 |
| One Egg – Supermarket | ₹8.50 |
A tray of 30 eggs costs about ₹212 wholesale. If you buy eggs at retail (in supermarkets) the cost will be higher.
Egg Prices May Increase Further
Egg prices could go up further in the coming days. As per market information given above, another increase of about ₹2 per egg is possible in next two to three days.
If this expected rise does happen, retail egg prices could cross ₹10 per piece in some markets. This is just a possibility rather than a confirmed price hike. Actual rates will vary according to wholesale supply, demand, and local market conditions.
Consumers and retailers will be watching the market closely to see if this increase continues.
Chicken Prices May Also Come Under Pressure
Chicken prices aren’t said to have increased yet, but that doesn’t mean they won’t be changed in the coming days. Any increase would add to the burden on households that buy eggs and chicken regularly.
The poultry market is affected by production costs, feed prices, transportation costs, supply, and consumer demand. Changes in these factors will affect the prices paid by retailers and customers.
For now, the immediate concern for consumers is egg prices — wholesale rates are already at ₹7.05, and retail prices in Bengaluru are at ₹8 to ₹8.50 — families may have to spend more on everyday food purchases.
Consumers Face Higher Food Expenses
The latest increase in egg prices came after milk and curd prices shot up. If families have monthly budgets, even a small rise in what they buy regularly will add up over time.
Eggs are used in homes, bakeries, hotels and restaurants. Continued growth could also increase operating costs for food businesses, which may have to review menu prices eventually.
Consumers should check local prices before buying (neighbourhood shops, supermarkets and wholesale markets rates vary) as well as checking prices online because they may be different (prices on websites may not reflect actual costs).
It will be days before we see if egg prices stabilise or move higher towards ₹10. Until then, the reported increase is going to be a problem for households in Karnataka.
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