Tengrinews.kz - The Ministry of Agriculture has imposed a temporary ban on the import of chicken eggs. The decision was made in order to support domestic producers and stabilize the internal market, citing the press service of the ministry.
The ban is in effect for six months
According to the order of the Acting Minister of Agriculture, the restriction will come into force from the moment of state registration and will apply to the import of "fresh chicken eggs." The ban will remain in effect for six months.
The goal of the measure is to support domestic production
The ministry explained that the ban is aimed at regulating import volumes and stimulating domestic production. The ministry believes that this measure will improve the price situation on the market and reduce dependency on external supplies.
Exceptions are provided
The document states that, in exceptional cases, the import of eggs may be allowed with the approval of the Ministry of Agriculture, subject to a relevant conclusion from the authorized body in the field of veterinary control and supervision.
The authorities continue to monitor the situation and are ready to adjust the measures depending on market conditions.
Earlier, the Ministry of Agriculture considered introducing restrictions on the import of table eggs. Together with the Ministry of Trade and Integration, the Union of Poultry Farmers, the Association of Egg Producers, and the Union of Retail Chains [“Sojuz Torgovyh Setej Respubliki Kazahstan”], the Agriculture Ministry signed a memorandum of cooperation to implement measures aimed at stabilizing prices for socially significant food products.