The Surprising Increase in Chicken Prices
It's not surprising to see the price of lamb meat displayed at 50 dinars or more per kilogram. This is just a matter of habit. However, it's shocking to see the price of PAC chicken oscillating between 10.5 and 11 dinars, which is a significant increase. Consumers had been buying chicken at a relatively stable price of between 7 and 7.5 dinars for a while.
The Explanation
According to industry specialists, the explanation is simple: production was going well, and input prices had not increased, so everything seemed fine. But what changed?
The president of the National Chamber of Abattoirs and White Meat Processors cites several reasons for this increase, including market fluctuations and interdependent professional and commercial factors. The random slaughter of chickens, which accounts for around 50% of the market, has a direct impact on prices. However, it's unclear how this affects prices, but it's been observed that prices in areas where chicken is sold after random slaughter or cut into pieces are significantly lower than those displayed elsewhere.
The Risks of Random Slaughter
The random slaughter sector poses a risk due to poor conservation and slaughter in inappropriate locations, which can lead to consumer intoxication. In fact, tons of seized meat come from these uncontrolled, improvised abattoirs. If these sellers are operating outside the law, they should not be allowed to sell.
The Impact on Prices
The impact on prices is clear and evident. This suggests that the explanation lies elsewhere. The start of the school year was expected, and it's essential to take this into account to regulate the market and avoid being overwhelmed.
The Need for a Strategy
The influx of tourists is not new, and considering the sector's relaunch was announced well before the large influx, it's essential to take this into account to avoid being caught off guard by the upward trend. The moral of the story is that the world is a series of situations and reactions, and we must prepare and develop a strategy to respond to these situations.
The Importance of Regulation
Those responsible for this sector play a crucial social role, as white meat and eggs, which have also increased in price, are the basis for the majority of consumers. Any disruption can introduce doubt and fear, making it essential to avoid these surprises that distort everything and are difficult to justify.
The Future
The start of the school year, the influx of tourists, and the needs of the food industry will continue to be significant in the coming years. Forecasts are clear, and it's essential to define the roles and responsibilities of each player in the sector, including farmers, abattoirs, and merchants, and establish regulations to fix areas of action and margins. This will help to associate those who intervene from the outside and bring order to a vital sector for consumers.
The Current State of the Sector
Given that the number of legal abattoirs has decreased from 36 to 14, there is work to be done to restore order and better control the sector. By establishing a clear strategy and regulation, it's possible to ensure a stable and fair market for consumers.
