Posted 12/12/2023, 5:17:31 AM
Russian Egg Prices Double Ahead of Holidays, Prompting Export Ban Proposal
- Egg prices in Russia have soared recently, with some Moscow residents claiming they've doubled
- Prices are rising against a backdrop of high inflation and economic sanctions imposed after Russia's invasion of Ukraine
- Authorities are worried about egg prices ahead of the festive season when eggs are a central ingredient
- In response, Russia is proposing banning egg exports for 6 months and allowing more egg imports from Turkey
- Russians are concerned about being able to afford traditional holiday dishes like Olivier salad due to inflated egg prices