Chicken Rates Cross Rs 350 Per Kg in Hyderabad
Traders believe the prices may come down once the monsoon reaches the state and temperatures begin to fall.
Chicken prices in Hyderabad have crossed Rs 350 per kg, putting pressure on household budgets across the city. Traders say the increase is mainly due to the ongoing wedding season and a fall in supply caused by the intense summer heat.
Over the past week, chicken prices have risen sharply from around Rs 300 per kg to between Rs 350 and Rs 370 per kg. Boneless chicken is now being sold at nearly Rs 500 per kg in several markets.
The rates for live chicken are currently ranging between Rs 190 and Rs 220 per kg.
Poultry traders say the wedding season has led to a rise in demand for chicken as large gatherings and celebrations continue across Hyderabad and other parts of the country. With more weddings taking place, the consumption of chicken has increased significantly in recent weeks.
At the same time, the summer heat has affected poultry supply in the state. High temperatures have reduced production levels at farms, leading to lower availability in the market.
Traders believe the prices may come down once the monsoon reaches the state and temperatures begin to fall. Improved weather conditions are expected to help poultry production recover and stabilise supply in the coming weeks.
