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Most of what people think are "ethical" eggs that are sold in stores are basically a scam. Sure, they're eggs, but "free range" can mean the chickens have acce
by ravenstine 8y ago
Most of what people think are "ethical" eggs that are sold in stores are basically a scam. Sure, they're eggs, but "free range" can mean the chickens have access to a little door and a puny plot of land for an hour, and "cage free" can mean the chickens never go outside. Pasture-raised eggs are your best bet, and that's all I'll buy, but even I'm skeptical because I've been burned so many times by believing my eggs were ethical.
- KozmoNau7 8y agoIt depends on local regulations, but here in Denmark, organic eggs must meet the following regulations: -Maximum of 3000 chickens in a flock and a maximum of 6 chickens per square meter in the coops, which must allow daylight in. -The chickens must have access to perches and nests. -At least one third of the flooring must be loose bedding, such as straw or sand, to allow the chickens to dust bathe. -The chickens must have all-year access to outdoor areas with at least 4 square meters per chicken. It must be covered by grass or other vegetation, and must provide shelter from wind/weather. An outdoor area must stand unused every other year, for parasite prevention and to let the vegetation regrow. -Beak trimming is prohibited. -Feed must be organic and must include roughage. While it's not perfect, it's a damn sight better than battery caged hens.