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What is the difference between conventional eggs and eggs produced in a “cage-free” environment?. Cage-free eggs support animal welfare Each caged (conventional) bird has less space than a single sheet of paper on which to live.
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What is the difference between conventional eggs and eggs produced in a “cage-free” environment?
Cage-free eggs support animal welfare Each caged (conventional) bird has less space than a single sheet of paper on which to live. Cage-free hens generally have 250-300 percent more space per bird and are able to engage in more of their natural behaviors than are caged hens.
In 2007, we implemented a cage-free shell egg policy which requires all units to offer shell eggs that are certified by the Humane Farm Animal Care Program. Our cage-free shell egg policy will significantly improve the welfare of over 175,000 chickens per year.