Computer vision technology could help the egg industry overcome problems that make the counting process less accurate.

The October 2022 egg value for producers was US$2.07/dozen, 266% higher compared to October 2021.

The U.K. government is being called on to investigate how the market for eggs operates and offer support, as retailers finally up their help to a struggling industry.

Eggs are not one of the top foods contributing to foodborne illnesses, according to an annual foodborne illness multi-year outbreak report put together by the Interagency Food Safety Analytics Collaboration.

Education is essential not only for ensuring that poultry and egg farms are as productive as possible, but also to ensure that their practices contribute to the sector’s sustainability.
 

As production costs remain high and retailers look to keep prices low, egg producers in the U.K. are increasingly suffering.

With a focus on sustainability and welfare, the center of attention at this year’s EuroTier was firmly inside the show halls and not with the protestors at the showground entrance.

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.

Global egg consumption is increasing as consumers continue to find importance in eating nutrient dense foods and as eggs are recognized for their price point and versatility.

Global egg production has grown steadily over the last decade and reached over 86 million metric tons (mmt) by the end of 2020.

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

Rose Acre Farms’ Johnson County, Missouri, facility suffered a fire that caused minimal damage to one of its barns on November 12, 2022.