Egg Prices Rise in Israel Amid Broader Inflationary Trend
Translated & summarized from Panet by baba
Israel's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security is raising the price of regulated eggs by 2.1% starting November 1, 2026. This follows recent price hikes for flour and bread, with flour costs expected to rise 10-15% due to the Russia-Ukraine war impacting supply. The ministry sets maximum prices for standard eggs, with specialty eggs already costing significantly more. The new prices will affect medium, large, and extra-large egg cartons.
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- Regulated egg prices in Israel will increase by 2.1% starting November 1, 2026.
- Flour prices are also expected to rise 10-15% due to the Russia-Ukraine war's impact on supply.
- The price hikes are anticipated to lead to increased costs for bread and other baked goods.
- Specialty eggs like 'Omega 3' and free-range are not included in the regulated price increase.
- A dozen medium eggs will now cost 13.40 shekels, up from 13.13 shekels.
Israel's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security announced a 2.1% increase in the price of regulated eggs, effective Sunday, November 1, 2026. This follows a 1% price hike for eggs in November of the previous year. The ministry sets a maximum price for regulated eggs, though retailers can sell them for less. This price increase applies only to standard eggs, excluding 'Omega 3' or free-range varieties, which are already priced 30% to 75% higher. The new price for a dozen medium-sized eggs will be 13.40 shekels, up from 13.13 shekels. Large eggs will increase from 14.24 to 14.54 shekels, and extra-large eggs from 15.48 to 15.81 shekels. The rise in egg prices comes shortly after anticipated increases in flour and bread costs. Flour prices are expected to climb between 10% and 15% depending on the type, with some mills adopting the new prices on November 1, 2026. This flour price hike is predicted to lead to increased prices for various baked goods, including bread and cakes. According to a report by the Hebrew website "Ynet," the primary driver for the flour price increase is the escalation of the Russia-Ukraine war. Russia is a major flour exporter to Israel, and Ukrainian attacks on Russian ports and ships in the Black Sea have disrupted the supply chain. One of Israel's largest mills, Bar-Raf, which supplies flour to Osem and Bonjour, has informed its customers of an 11% price increase.
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