Amid concerns over a slowdown in the economy with the auto sector already witnessing the worst slump in decades, worrying reports are now coming from the poultry farm sector in the country. Leaders of the poultry sector have claimed to be facing “tough times” due to the increase in feed prices and their inability to pass them on to the consumers, despite a peak demand season. They have sought a relief package from the Centre. The domestic poultry sector is passing through a phase of economic crisis. The scenario has changed in the sector over the last two months. The prices of poultry feed like maize and rice bran have jumped 50 per cent and reduced prices of poultry products have led to this situation. the consumers are also reducing their own expenses, which is directly affecting the consumption of poultry products.

(Economic Times)