Middle East War Impact: Aqua and Poultry Farmers in Telangana & Andhra Pradesh Face Heavy Losses
Middle East war impacts aqua and poultry sectors in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh as $300 million seafood shipments get stuck and egg exports to Gulf countries halt.
Hyderabad: The Middle East war impact on aqua and poultry sectors in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh is raising serious concerns among farmers and exporters. As tensions rise in the Middle East involving the United States, Iran, and Israel, exports of seafood, eggs, and meat from the Telugu states have been severely affected, putting millions of dollars of produce at risk.
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According to information compiled by Munsif News 24×7, the Middle East conflict is disrupting seafood exports from Andhra Pradesh and poultry exports from Telangana, causing uncertainty and financial losses for farmers.
Seafood Exports from Andhra Pradesh Stuck at Ports
One of the biggest impacts of the Middle East war on Telugu states is being seen in the aqua sector of Andhra Pradesh, especially the shrimp industry.
Recent reports indicate that:
- Nearly $300 million worth of seafood containers are currently stuck at ports
- About 60% of these shipments belong to Andhra Pradesh exporters
- Containers shipped from Visakhapatnam and Mumbai ports cannot move forward
- Ships are avoiding routes through the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz due to security fears
As a result, exporters are unable to deliver seafood to Gulf countries and European markets, creating serious challenges for farmers.
Shipping Costs Rise Due to Middle East Conflict
The Middle East war crisis has also caused a sharp increase in shipping costs.
Exporters say shipping companies have imposed heavy emergency charges:
- $1,500 to $4,000 emergency surcharge per container
- Increased cost of refrigerated containers for seafood transport
- Delays in international shipping routes
These rising costs are further increasing the financial pressure on aqua farmers and exporters.
Shrimp Farmers in Andhra Pradesh Facing Major Loss
The slowdown in exports is directly affecting shrimp farmers in Andhra Pradesh villages.
Key concerns include:
- Cold storages are already fully packed
- Local traders have stopped buying seafood
- Shrimp prices may drop sharply in local markets
Industry leaders say the sector was already recovering from recent US tariff impacts, and the Middle East war crisis has added another major blow.
Poultry Sector in Telangana Also Hit
The Middle East war impact on Telangana poultry sector is also becoming visible.
Gulf countries import a large quantity of eggs and halal meat from India. However, export disruptions have led to:
- Egg shipments to Gulf countries being halted
- Rising supply of eggs in the local market
- Sharp drop in egg prices
Poultry farmers say the falling prices are causing daily losses worth crores of rupees.
Risk to Halal Meat Exports
The conflict is also affecting India’s halal meat exports to Gulf countries.
Key challenges include:
- Higher marine insurance costs
- Containers stuck at Mumbai port
- Risk of thousands of tonnes of meat spoiling
Exporters fear that prolonged delays could lead to major financial losses for the meat industry.
Farmers Seek Government Support
While many consumers are worried about rising petrol and diesel prices due to the Middle East war, farmers in Telugu states are concerned about their livelihoods.
Farmers and exporters are now urging the government to:
- Provide financial support to affected farmers
- Assist exporters facing shipping delays
- Ensure smooth international trade routes
With aqua and poultry sectors in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh facing losses due to the Middle East war, industry leaders say immediate intervention is necessary to protect farmers and prevent further economic damage.
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