American Egg Board

America’s Egg Farmers and Emily Metz were honored to host First Lady Dr. Jill Biden for a tour of Outward Farms in Raymond, Ohio. Egg farmers have an incredible, decades-long partnership with the White House Easter Egg Roll, a beloved family event celebrated annually on the White House lawn and hosted by the President and First Lady. Outward Farms is an innovative, USDA Certified Organic cage-free family farm that is proud to provide Americans with a wholesome, nutritious protein source. For this third-generation farm, a visit from the First Lady was quite the privilege! Founder, President and CEO Sandra Lausecker—an American Egg Board member– gave Dr. Biden a firsthand look inside her family farm. From hen houses to egg processing, Lausecker shared the farm’s story and highlighted how she brings egg farmers’ values to life in the work they do each day. Photo courtesy of Erin Scott, Official White House Photographer

Meant to be Broken is all about breaking out of the ordinary and into the new and unexpected. So, when we uncovered through insights that Millennials & Gen Z enjoy gaming in their free time, we decided it was time to take everyone's favorite kitchen staple to a new and eggciting next level—through a gaming pop-up on Roblox! The Tower of Eggs is currently in Pull-a-Friend; over the next several months, you'll be able take a crack at the recipe-themed obstacle course in a variety of other games throughout the Roblox universe. A huge thank you to our partners for bringing this eggceptional new game to life. Super League Talmont Ketchum

As temperatures cool down and the holiday season approaches, global comfort foods are on tables everywhere. But Nooish founder Sarah Nathan noticed something missing: "There is for sure Jewish food that lives outside of the kosher aisle, but many of those products are niche ingredients like spices or tahini. Having been the frozen buyer for National Grocers I didn’t want to do (a) frozen or refrigerated (product).... Then matzo ball soup came to mind.” NOOISH is bringing matzo ball soup to kicthens everywhere, in a convenient format similar to ramen cups. Simply add water, pop it in the microwave, and you've got delicious warm soup ready to go. The American Egg Board's Eggcelerator Lab team, in partnership with CuliNEX - Your Food Innovation Partner, was proud to assist in the development of this innovative new product, bringing "comfort in a cup" to tables everywhere! Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gjNUV3eA #FoodInnovation #SoupSeason #EggceleratorLab

??The American Egg Board is headed to Mexico for an International Trade Mission! ?? We are excited to represent America's egg farmers on an International Trade Mission to one of our most crucial priority markets: Mexico! This week, our team members will connect with industry leaders, distributors, trade officials, and culinary experts to strengthen relationships and discuss U.S. eggs' essential role in supporting Mexico's growing demand for high-quality protein. Our agenda in Monterrey includes: - Meet with influential trade partners to discuss mutually beneficial opportunities - Explore Mexican food service and retail innovations that align with evolving consumer preferences - Engage with culinary leaders who can share insight into how eggs are incorporated into the rich and diverse Mexican cuisine As we deepen our partnerships and build new connections, our goal is clear: to create lasting pathways for U.S. egg exports to meet Mexico's needs and support our farmers back home. This mission is a vital part of AEB's strategy to expand international markets and showcase the versatility and nutritional power of American eggs worldwide. Stay tuned for updates from the field! ??

?? Webinar Alert: The Future of Cage-Free Egg Production ??? Are you curious about the egg industry's progress in transitioning to cage-free systems? Wondering if there will be enough cage-free eggs to meet demand in 2025 and beyond? Join us on November 13th at 2pm ET / 1pm CT / 11am PT for an in-depth look at the U.S. cage-free egg production landscape. This exclusive event will cover the latest developments, data on actual demand, and what the future holds for retailers, food service providers, and consumers alike. ?? Who should attend? If you're in the food industry, working with or sourcing eggs, this is a must-attend event! Hear directly from industry experts about the current and future state of cage-free egg production. ?? Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead. Register now and get the insights you need for 2025 and beyond! https://lnkd.in/gxk6saZ4

Our impactful AEB & United Egg Producers Annual Joint Meeting was made possible thanks to the exceptional support of our sponsors. Your partnership created an outstanding platform for collaboration and innovation, pushing the egg industry forward to break barriers and unleash our full potential. ???? A special thanks to our Platinum and Gold Sponsors:? Ceva Santé Animale Hy-Line North America L.L.C. Hendrix Genetics Huhtamaki Merck Animal Health TECNO POULTRY EQUIPMENT S.P.A. Zoetis Your contributions were indispensable in making this event a success. ??? One more heartfelt expression of gratitude to EVERYONE who made our 2024 Joint Annual Meeting another success for the industry!??

And that’s a wrap on the 2024 AEB & United Egg Producers Joint Annual Meeting! Over the past few days, we’ve gathered with more than 440 leaders and innovators in the egg industry, exchanging ideas, learning, and pushing our industry forward. ?? As we reflect on an impactful week, we’d be remiss if we didn’t thank the sponsors who made this possible, starting with our Diamond Sponsor: Farm Credit Services of America. Your commitment to American agriculture is integral, and we’re excited for the egg industry to continue to break boundaries, barriers, and expectations—with your help and support!?

It’s been a busy couple of months for the American Egg Board’s Nick Jones, who’s been busy building relationships and exploring partnership opportunities abroad for America’s egg farmers. Earlier this month, Nick embarked on his second trade mission since joining AEB, accompanying Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor and?ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper, in-country regional USDA FAS counselors, and other leaders from across the agriculture sector. The mission started in Ho Chi Minh City and worked their way north to Hanoi, connecting with key importers?and learning about opportunities, challenges, regional and local market conditions along the way. ? The delegation had a full schedule, complete with site visits, briefings, and cultural experiences on top of meetings with business leaders to explore opportunities in this vibrant market. ? It’s an honor to serve America’s egg farmers—who provide the world with one of nature’s most nutrient-dense foods. ?

Let's talk about egg prices. As producers of one of nature’s most perfect foods, packed with nutrients and protein, egg farmers understand how important it is to keep an abundant, affordable supply of nutritious eggs in retail cases. And in their own communities, egg farmers are hearing from their friends and neighbors about higher-than-average costs for food and staples at the store and the strain it puts on families across the United States. As food costs continue to be part of our nation’s conversations, it’s a good time to get smart about on how eggs are priced, straight from the farms and the farmers who produce them: ? Wholesale egg prices are not set by farmers but are determined based on supply and demand in the egg market, like other commodity products. ?Egg farmers do not determine retail prices for eggs, and grocery prices for eggs can fluctuate, just like the market, and by retailer decisions on marketing and promotion. ?Consumer demand throughout the year affects how eggs are priced. For example, egg prices during the holidays are often higher than in the summer, as people buy more eggs for baking and entertaining, which can sometimes increase prices, if demand outpaces supply. ?With 6g of protein and only 70 calories in one large egg, eggs remain a great value at the grocery store and are one of the highest-quality proteins available. In a recent analysis by USDA, for the majority of the period from 2021 to now, eggs remained near or at the top of selected livestock, poultry and egg products in affordability per gram of protein. ?The U.S. egg supply has been impacted by an ongoing outbreak of bird flu, which has intermittently disrupted the available egg supply. This can result in temporary price changes that should correct over time as affected farmers resume egg production. Our farms have recovered much faster than those impacted in 2015 thanks to rigorous planning and preparedness, coupled with strong relationships with federal and state authorities. There is good news:? Our national flock of egg-laying hens remains at about 300 million, nearly one bird for every American. And while we may experience times of higher egg prices, the nutritional value of eggs remains a great value for consumers. A dozen large eggs is 1.5 pounds of high-quality protein that is versatile and delicious, and as we enter the final months of the year and the holiday cooking and baking season, know that America’s egg farmers are doing all they can to keep a plentiful supply of eggs available for those who love them.?

It was an incredible start to the week at The Flavor Experience! From innovative tastings to insightful discussions, we’ve truly celebrated the future of food. A HUGE thank you to everyone who made this event a success. The Eggcelerator Lab? looks forward to continuing to push the boundaries of flavor and innovation with you! If you missed us, don’t worry. Learn more about the Eggcelerator Lab at the link below, and let’s crack into the limitless potential of eggs together. https://lnkd.in/gvS5gc3f