What's the Difference Between Cage-Free and Conventional Eggs?

What are Cage-Free Eggs? 

If you see the “cage-free” term on egg packaging, it means that the hens who laid those eggs were not confined to battery cages. The increased space and freedom reduce the stress levels in hens, which can lead to healthier and happier birds.

Conventional Eggs

The majority of laying hens in the US are raised in cage-based systems, sharing a small cage with as many as nine other hens with often not enough space to turn around or stretch her wings. Birds who die are likely to remain in the cages for days or weeks, exposing surviving hens to pathogens and disease. Pressure from consumers and advocates has led to a shift towards cage-free systems that house birds in open barns.