The Iowa Egg Council will present the first Egg Export Symposium on June 8th 2020 at the Sheraton Hotel, West Des Moines, IA.

This Symposium will cover the world market for U.S. eggs with specific reference to Japan, Mexico and existing importers other areas representing potential opportunities. 

Speakers will represent the USDA AMS with respect to government regulations and protocols.  The USA Poultry and Egg Export Council and the Iowa Economic Authority will present information based on experience in international trade.

Exports of shell eggs and egg products in 2019 amounted to $218 million representing 8.6 million case equivalents or about 3 percent of U.S. output. This volume was produced by a flock amounting to approximately ten million hens. The implications on domestic prices are evident for any significant increase in exports.