August 12, 2026 — Consumers looking to purchase fresh eggs directly from government facilities in Tobago will need to adjust their weekly routines. The Tobago House of Assembly (THA) Division of Food Security has updated its public sales operations at the Kendal Farm School, revising its direct-to-consumer distribution framework to better manage supply, streamline logistical workflows, and meet high public demand.
Under the updated operational schedule, public egg sales at the Kendal facility have shifted primarily to Mondays, consolidating weekly sales to ensure fair distribution and consistent product availability. Pricing Alignment and Market Balance
The operational update at Kendal Farm follows the revised price structure implemented across government-managed agricultural stations in Tobago:
- Cost Recovery & Input Costs: After holding prices fixed at $7 per dozen since 2005, government farm rates were adjusted to $15 per dozen to reflect rising feed, transport, and operational inputs while remaining significantly more affordable than private supermarket prices (which average $30 or more per dozen).
- Fair Competition for Local Farmers: Aligning prices responsibly ensures that state-subsidized sales support household food security without undercutting private poultry rearers operating across Tobago.
- Practical Training & Supply: In addition to public sales, Kendal Farm continues to serve as an active training hub for students and emerging agri-entrepreneurs entering poultry and livestock management.
Members of the public visiting Kendal Farm on designated sale days are advised to arrive early and check with the Division’s agriculture department regarding weekly crate allowances and stock availability.
