AMCU Investigates Competition Violations During Egg Price Increases

The Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine began reviewing the case concerning the group of companies “Avangard” and Ovostar Union at the end of May, regarding signs of anti-competitive actions in the formation of prices for chicken eggs.

This is reported by AgroReview

Suspicions of Price Inflation in the Egg Market

The mentioned companies are leading producers of shell eggs and have a significant influence on price formation in the respective market. The Committee has undertaken to examine the justification for the increase in egg prices that occurred in October 2024.

In April 2025, the regulator provided mandatory recommendations for consideration to the ten largest producers and distributors of eggs, aimed at preventing violations of the legislation on the protection of economic competition.

Results of Production Performance Analysis

During the market study, the Antimonopoly Committee conducted a detailed analysis of the economic activities of the main producers. As a result of this analysis, signs of violations of antimonopoly legislation regarding competition were identified.

“The relevant groups of companies are the largest producers of shell eggs and have an influence on this market. The Committee has initiated an investigation into the reasons for the increase in chicken egg prices in October 2024.”