Layer movement can be tracked in cage-free environments through radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology, according to a research study conducted by U.S. Poultry & Egg Association (USPOULTRY).

The types of bedding and flooring material used early in a laying hens’ life can influence air quality, hen welfare and egg quality, according to new research from the Purdue University College of Agriculture.

Restaurant Brands International (RBI) -- the parent company of Burger King, Popeyes and Tim Hortons – offered its first progress report on its efforts to fulfill its commitment to source only cage-free eggs.

Food processing company Associated British Foods (ABF) will source 100% cage-free eggs and egg ingredients globally.

Carbon neutral eggs are available in the U.S. for the first time due to a partnership between Dutch egg company Kipster, grocery store chain Kroger and egg producer MPS Egg Farms.

Indonesia’s Cage-free Innovation and Welfare Hub will benefit from a partnership with Super Indo.

Africa-based food service business Famous Brands announced the early completion of its 100% cage-free egg sourcing pledge in its 2022 Integrated Annual Report.

Over 75% of companies have reported progress on their cage-free transition, according to the 2022 EggTrack Report published on November 16, 2022.

Companies have started to change their animal welfare commitments to reflect a later deadline, or even explain that they may never reach 100% cage-free sourcing.

Using radiography to measure the bone quality of living hens could improve the selection of layers and transform poultry breeding, according to a recent study published in British Poultry Science.