Our Farm Fresh Eggs

Our eggs are all natural

We never use any growth hormones, antibiotics, drugs, colorants or "enhancers" of any kind. We use no pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Our hens graze freely over fresh clean pasture to supplement their diet of natural grains.

Why are our eggs ungraded?

We think this is an honesty issue. USDA egg grades run according to size and quality. All eggs deteriorate with age. Handling and storage conditions (especially temperature and humidity) affect quality. Some store eggs are dated far ahead and still sold as "grade A". What their grade really is after months on the shelf is anybody's guess. Our eggs are good for usually at least a month in your refrigerator.

Are our eggs "certified organic"?

No. We feel that there are a number of problems with certification. The "organic" label is now a legal word game of government and big agri-business. USDA even allows hens which never actually get out of doors, or which only have access to a bare clay lot to be called "free ranged" or "organic". Likewise, birds raised in crowded high stress houses, but fed politically correct rations, may use the "organic" moniker (upon payment of the proper fee). Hens crowded into egg factories filled with ammonia and fecal dust are the norm for most of the industry's "certified organic" eggs.

By closely mimicking nature, by paying careful attention to the source and quality of our feed and by keeping small flocks moving outside on grass, our hens produce eggs far superior in flavor, color and healthfulness to birds with fancier names.

Why does egg color vary?

Since our laying hens live out on grassy range or pasture, their eggs reflect seasonal variations in available forage. It is fascinating to watch the arrival of spring through the changing color of their yolks. Shell color does not reflect egg quality, but is a genetic trait. Some breeds lay brown, some white and a few lay blue green or speckled eggs.

Studies have shown pastured poultry and eggs to be higher in the good Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E!*

Omega-3s are called "good fats" because they play a vital role in every cell and system in your body. We recommend you visit http://www.eatwild.com for further information on the health benefits of pastured poultry and meats.

For additional information on the benefits of pasture raised eggs please read the following article: http://www.motherearthnews.com/eggs

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