Valerie Edwards, General Secretary of the Layer Farmers’ Association, denied claims of an agreement with the government to prevent an egg price increase, stating discussions were still pending. Despite this, the Cabinet reported averting a price hike after negotiations. Farmers requested a $2 wholesale increase due to heat and rising feed costs, but Cabinet members questioned the necessity, citing stable conditions in neighboring islands. A study will be conducted to determine egg production costs, and a Poultry Board will be formed to regulate prices. The Cabinet also warned against creating an “egg cartel” that could exploit consumers.
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I appeal to those farmers who want to be independent and don’t stay under the Association’s WHIP, become independent farmers. They should accept the government’s helping hand and keep the price at $12.00. In the end, ‘Every man for his own’. And therefore act in your best interest. You have a family to feed and a business to protect. Cause when the flood gates of the imported eggs is open, many will have to dump their eggs. Mark my words.
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