Germany imported a total of 5.4 billion eggs in 2025

In 2025, Germany imported a total of 5.4 billion eggs, representing a 3.8% decrease compared to the previous year. This downward trend is even more pronounced over the long term; import volumes have plummeted by 20.9% since 2015, when they stood at 6.9 billion. The primary contributors to the German market in 2025 were: The Netherlands: 3.7 billion eggs (68.7% market share). Poland: 861 million eggs (15.9% market share). Belgium: 190 million eggs (3.5% market share). Production surge vs. export decline While cross-border trade slowed, domestic output reached new heights: Domestic production: Stood at 13.7 billion eggs in 2025, a robust 16.4% increase compared to 2015. Export volume: Dropped to 1.2 billion eggs, an 11.6% decrease from 2024 and a staggering 40.1% decline compared to a decade ago. These figures suggest a strategic pivot toward domestic food security and a preference among German consumers for locally sourced poultry products. Record ...