Pasture-Raised Egg Brands: A Healthier Choice for Your Family
WELLNESS
In today's health-conscious society, more and more families are opting for free-range and pasture-raised eggs for better nutrition and more ethical farming. Take a look at these amazing companies that are changing the way people view eggs and raising awareness for pasture-raised eggs.
Eggoz
Eggoz, started by three alumni of the Indian Institute of Technology, is well-known for its farm-fresh eggs that are antibiotic-free and go through eleven safety inspections. Eggoz Free Range Eggs are a example of high-quality pasture-raised eggs and ensure the hens are able to engage in natural behaviours and roam in natural and spacious pastures. Their chickens are fed on a 100% herbal diet which contains maize, bajra, soya, rice, enriched with marigold, vitamin D and omega-3. For health-conscious individuals looking to enhance their immunity via nutrition, these antibiotic-free eggs provide great value.
Cost: ₹104 for 6 eggs*
Serene Farms
Serene Farms is located in the Western Ghats. Their mission is to build sustainable environments and practice ethical farming methods. All the hens are fed nutritious vegetarian feed along with high-protein herbs. They use no antibiotics and raise hens in fresh green pasture farms with no cages. Because of their dedication to animal-friendly agricultural practices, hens are able to live stress-free lives, which in turn produces eggs that are nutritionally dense and delicious. They also offer subscription-based services and doorstep delivery.
Cost: ₹60 for 6 eggs
Farm made foods
The organic eggs from Farm made foods come from hens that are free to roam the farms and eat bugs and grass as they like. The eggs laid by these organic chickens are a good source of omega-3 fats, vitamins A, D, and E, and protein. To provide you and your family with nutrient-dense eggs, they let their chickens wander freely across organic pastures and allow them to exhibit natural behaviours, such as foraging for insects and taking dust baths
Cost: ₹110 for 6 eggs*
Nesting Greens Farm
Nestling Green Farms, nestled in Jhabua, uses indigenous chicken breeds called Kadaknath, commonly known as Kali Masi. These eggs have unique golden yolks and a creamy flavour, and they are naturally abundant in protein, omega-3s, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. In fact, they have 25% more protein than the regular broiler chicken.
Cost: ₹200 for 6 eggs
Ayush Agro Farms
Ayush Agro Farms, started by passionate farmers who raise hens in the traditional backyard method. Their eggs are a great way for city families to get the healthy nutrients they need, since they come from farms that care about their hens and use natural feeding methods. Since eggs are produced from hens which feed on green pastures and allowed to roam in a natural environment, they will be rich in carotenoids and protein and enriched with organic vitamins and minerals.
Cost: ₹100 for 6 eggs
Final thought
While there is proven advantage for choosing free-range or pasture-raised eggs for better nutrition, ethical farming methods, animal well-being, and taste. However, if pasture eggs are not available, you can also choose farm fresh eggs from brands like Licious, Abhi Farms, UPF Eggs that don't use antibiotics and give healthy feed to the hens. Pick based on price, what's available, and how the chickens were treated.
*Disclaimer: There is no intention to defame any brand. Everything shared in this blog is a personal opinion and purely for educational purposes. I do not own the copyright for any logos shown.
This post is not sponsored and does not include any paid promotion. The prices shown are for reference purposes only and can change based on company policies and promotions.