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Vitamins, minerals, protein and antioxidants, all wrapped in a shell

If you’re looking for healthy foods, full of vitamins, minerals, protein and antioxidants, you can’t do much better than eggs. In addition to high-quality protein, eggs are full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that provide a number of health benefits, including: Weight management: The high-quality protein in eggs helps you to feel full longer and stay

Eggs from Farm to Fork

Ever wonder how the eggs you had for breakfast made it from the farm to your plate? There are many steps along the way to ensure the safety and quality of the eggs you eat. First, egg farmers across the country are committed to providing the best care possible to their hens. This includes keeping

Eggs – Inside and Out

Producing safe, quality eggs is a complex process and responsibility that egg farmers take very seriously. Egg farms follow strict guidelines to produce safe, healthy eggs and provide care for their hens. On U.S. farms, eggs are typically shipped from the farm within one week of being laid. Egg farmers follow rigorous biosecurity and cleaning

What you need to know about egg products

Eggs provide great options for breakfasts or snacks, with many nutritional benefits, but it’s not always convenient to fix shell eggs. In some cases liquid eggs, pre-made eggs or other egg products might be a good fit. Other times you may only need the egg white, but don’t want to separate the yolk from the egg

Eggs fresh from the farm

On U.S. farms, eggs are typically shipped from the farm within one week of being laid. Egg production is an efficient and well-regulated process, to ensure the eggs you purchase are fresh, wholesome and safe for consumption. After eggs are laid, they are washed and processed, generally being handled by machines instead of human hands