₹7.00
Average price per egg across all islands of Andaman and Nicobar Islands (includes transportation cost)
Andaman and Nicobar Islands Island Egg Market
Today's island egg rate in Andaman and Nicobar Islands: ₹7.00 per piece | ₹210.00 per tray (30 eggs). Note: Prices include sea transportation cost from mainland.
Island Egg Supply Chain
Andaman and Nicobar Islands imports 70% of its eggs from mainland India (Chennai & Visakhapatnam) via weekly ships. Local production meets only 30% demand. Transportation adds ₹1.50-₹2.00 per egg to the cost. Prices increase as you move to remote islands due to additional inter-island shipping.
Supply Statistics
- Imported from Mainland 70%
- Local Production 30%
- Transportation Cost ₹1.50-2.00/egg
- Shipping Frequency Weekly
Market Status
Island-wise Egg Prices
Live egg prices across all major islands of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Prices increase with distance from Port Blair.
30-Day Price Trend - Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Weekly Shipping Schedule
| Route | Departure | Arrival | Frequency | Carrier | Egg Supply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai → Port Blair | Every Monday | Thursday | Weekly | MV Nicobar | 50,000 eggs |
| Visakhapatnam → Port Blair | Every Wednesday | Saturday | Weekly | MV Swaraj Dweep | 30,000 eggs |
| Port Blair → Car Nicobar | Every Friday | Saturday | Weekly | Inter-island Ferry | 10,000 eggs |
| Port Blair → Diglipur | Every Tuesday | Wednesday | Weekly | Inter-island Ferry | 8,000 eggs |
Island Egg Market
Andaman and Nicobar Islands has unique challenges in egg supply due to its island geography and dependence on sea transportation.
Production Capacity
Limited local production, mostly imported with 50,000+ eggs daily from 500+ small poultry farms.
Supply Network
Mainly local consumption, some to neighboring islands via weekly ships from Chennai and Visakhapatnam.
Government Support
50% transport subsidy for poultry feed, capital subsidy for new farms, and technical support for island farmers.
Major Production Hubs
Port Blair, Diglipur, Car Nicobar are the key egg distribution centers across the islands.
Market Rates Comparison
| Market Type | Price per Egg | Price per Tray (30) | Price per 100 | Price per Peti (210) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Farm Rate | ₹7.00 | ₹210.00 | ₹700.00 | ₹1,470.00 |
| Wholesale Market | ₹6.00 | ₹180.00 | ₹600.00 | ₹1,260.00 |
| Farm Gate Rate | ₹5.50 | ₹165.00 | ₹550.00 | ₹1,155.00 |
| Retail Shop | ₹7.00 | ₹210.00 | ₹700.00 | ₹1,470.00 |
| Supermarket | ₹6.50 | ₹195.00 | ₹650.00 | ₹1,365.00 |
| Online Delivery | ₹8.00 | ₹240.00 | ₹800.00 | ₹1,680.00 |
Last 30 Days Egg Rate History - Andaman and Nicobar Islands
| Date | Price per Egg | Tray (30 eggs) | 100 Pieces | Peti (210 eggs) | Daily Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Dec 2025 | ₹5.21 | ₹156.30 | ₹521.00 | ₹1,094.10 | No Change |
| 09 Dec 2025 | ₹5.72 | ₹171.60 | ₹572.00 | ₹1,201.20 | +₹0.51 |
| 10 Dec 2025 | ₹6.45 | ₹193.50 | ₹645.00 | ₹1,354.50 | +₹0.73 |
| 11 Dec 2025 | ₹4.62 | ₹138.60 | ₹462.00 | ₹970.20 | -₹1.83 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | ₹5.25 | ₹157.50 | ₹525.00 | ₹1,102.50 | +₹0.63 |
| 13 Dec 2025 | ₹5.86 | ₹175.80 | ₹586.00 | ₹1,230.60 | +₹0.61 |
| 14 Dec 2025 | ₹5.07 | ₹152.10 | ₹507.00 | ₹1,064.70 | -₹0.79 |
| 15 Dec 2025 | ₹5.29 | ₹158.70 | ₹529.00 | ₹1,110.90 | +₹0.22 |
| 16 Dec 2025 | ₹4.71 | ₹141.30 | ₹471.00 | ₹989.10 | -₹0.58 |
| 17 Dec 2025 | ₹5.17 | ₹155.10 | ₹517.00 | ₹1,085.70 | +₹0.46 |
| 18 Dec 2025 | ₹5.25 | ₹157.50 | ₹525.00 | ₹1,102.50 | +₹0.08 |
| 19 Dec 2025 | ₹6.24 | ₹187.20 | ₹624.00 | ₹1,310.40 | +₹0.99 |
| 20 Dec 2025 | ₹4.94 | ₹148.20 | ₹494.00 | ₹1,037.40 | -₹1.30 |
| 21 Dec 2025 | ₹5.47 | ₹164.10 | ₹547.00 | ₹1,148.70 | +₹0.53 |
| 22 Dec 2025 | ₹6.02 | ₹180.60 | ₹602.00 | ₹1,264.20 | +₹0.55 |
| 23 Dec 2025 | ₹5.21 | ₹156.30 | ₹521.00 | ₹1,094.10 | -₹0.81 |
| 24 Dec 2025 | ₹5.47 | ₹164.10 | ₹547.00 | ₹1,148.70 | +₹0.26 |
| 25 Dec 2025 | ₹5.23 | ₹156.90 | ₹523.00 | ₹1,098.30 | -₹0.24 |
| 26 Dec 2025 | ₹5.22 | ₹156.60 | ₹522.00 | ₹1,096.20 | -₹0.01 |
| 27 Dec 2025 | ₹5.93 | ₹177.90 | ₹593.00 | ₹1,245.30 | +₹0.71 |
| 28 Dec 2025 | ₹5.48 | ₹164.40 | ₹548.00 | ₹1,150.80 | -₹0.45 |
| 29 Dec 2025 | ₹5.11 | ₹153.30 | ₹511.00 | ₹1,073.10 | -₹0.37 |
| 30 Dec 2025 | ₹4.62 | ₹138.60 | ₹462.00 | ₹970.20 | -₹0.49 |
| 31 Dec 2025 | ₹5.45 | ₹163.50 | ₹545.00 | ₹1,144.50 | +₹0.83 |
| 01 Jan 2026 | ₹8.00 | ₹240.00 | ₹800.00 | ₹1,680.00 | +₹2.55 |
| 02 Jan 2026 | ₹3.00 | ₹90.00 | ₹300.00 | ₹630.00 | -₹5.00 |
| 03 Jan 2026 | ₹10.00 | ₹300.00 | ₹1,000.00 | ₹2,100.00 | +₹7.00 |
| 04 Jan 2026 | ₹6.00 | ₹180.00 | ₹600.00 | ₹1,260.00 | -₹4.00 |
| 05 Jan 2026 | ₹7.00 | ₹210.00 | ₹700.00 | ₹1,470.00 | +₹1.00 |
| 06 Jan 2026 | ₹7.00 | ₹210.00 | ₹700.00 | ₹1,470.00 | No Change |
| 07 Jan 2026 | ₹7.00 | ₹210.00 | ₹700.00 | ₹1,470.00 | No Change |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are egg prices higher in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
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Compare with Mainland States
Government Schemes for Island Poultry Farmers
Andaman and Nicobar Islands administration offers various schemes to support island poultry farmers and ensure egg supply.
Island Poultry Development
Subsidy for island poultry farms
Contact: UT Administration
Feed Transport Subsidy
50% subsidy on feed transportation
Contact: Andaman Administration
Cold Storage Support
Subsidy for cold storage facilities
Contact: UT Infrastructure Dept
Island Farming Scheme
Special package for island farmers
Contact: Central Govt Scheme