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Veterinary experts warn misinformation is hurting poultry as chicken eggs stay affordable protein

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Published on 24 April 2026
Veterinary experts warn misinformation is hurting poultry as chicken eggs stay affordable protein

Most scary claims like hormones and implants are false

Veterinary experts say chicken and eggs remain affordable, reliable sources of protein, while warning that viral misinformation is damaging the poultry sector. They address public fears around hormones, antibiotics, and bird flu, stressing that steroid hormone implants are not approved for poultry growth. They also point to steady growth in India’s egg and poultry meat production driven by genetics, feed, health, and management.

  • Chicken and eggs are positioned as affordable protein options
  • Experts blame social media misinformation for harming poultry demand
  • Concerns about hormones, antibiotics and bird flu are directly addressed
  • Steroid hormone implants are not approved for poultry growth
Read the full story at The Economic Times

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