Following floods in Prachinburi, the Commerce Ministry asked egg farms to speed up supply to domestic channels, asked exporters to cut egg exports by about 30-50%, and asked the Livestock Department to extend the retirement period for caged laying hens. It warned against hoarding and price gouging. For food and grocery businesses, expect tighter egg supply and close price scrutiny in the coming weeks. Report suspected price abuse to the Department of Internal Trade hotline 1569. Once the water recedes, the ministry plans "Thai Help Thai - Thong Fah" sales of essentials and home repair materials at fair prices.
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