Türkiye reports significant increases in chicken meat and hen egg production

Türkiye's Statistical Institute announced on Friday notable increases in chicken meat and hen egg production for the month of May.

Ekleme: 12.07.2024 12:20:48 / Güncelleme: 12.07.2024 12:20:48 / English News / Ankara Haberleri
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According to the report, chicken meat production reached 216,453 tonnes, marking a 12.5% increase from the previous month's 192,386 tonnes.

Similarly, hen egg production rose by 3.2%, totaling 1.761 billion units compared to 1.708 billion units in April.

The institute also highlighted annual comparisons, noting that in May, chicken meat production saw a 3.2% increase, and Türkiye meat production surged by 20.9% compared to the same period last year. From January to May this year, hen egg production increased by 5.6%, while the number of slaughtered chickens and chicken meat production rose by 6.8% and 6.4% respectively. Türkiye meat production for the same period showed a substantial 25.7% increase.

Türkiye continues to maintain a robust export market across 24 commercial sectors, exporting products to approximately 80 countries worldwide. (ILKHA)