Sri Lanka, Feb. 27 -- By Nuzla Rizkiya

Sri Lanka's egg production could take a hit, due to the hot weather in the coming months, All Island Poultry Association (AIPA) President Ajith Gunasekara said.

"Production might decline at least by 10-15 percent, as production costs would increase for the local farmers, who will have to maintain stable humidity and temperature levels suitable for poultry in the farms," he said.

Few poultry farms have already installed additional fans to tackle the heat, which have added to their costs, said Gunasekara.

According to the Central Bank data, the egg prices rose from Rs.53 to Rs.57 last month, in the local markets. The whole eggs in cartons are currently priced at Rs.67.

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