Free-range eggs

Lever Foundation Praises Caribou Coffee for Commitment to Use Only Cage-Free Eggs Globally

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

"Caribou Coffee sources only cage-free eggs for our primary egg supply (eggs used in our All Day Breakfast Menu) in the United States, a commitment that we made in 2015 and achieved in 2020," noted Caribou Coffee in an updated animal welfare commitment released last week.

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  • "Caribou Coffee sources only cage-free eggs for our primary egg supply (eggs used in our All Day Breakfast Menu) in the United States, a commitment that we made in 2015 and achieved in 2020," noted Caribou Coffee in an updated animal welfare commitment released last week.
  • "We are now working to accelerate procurement of cage-free eggs in our primary and secondary supply globally, and look forward to reaching 100% cage-free eggs by the end of 2025."
  • Caribou Coffee is the second largest premium cafe chain in the United States, with over 400 locations.
  • "We applaud Caribou Coffee's commitment on this important animal welfare issue," said Kirsty Tuxford, campaign manager at Lever Foundation, a global animal protection non-profit that worked with Caribou Coffee on its commitment.

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. Announces Release Date for Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2021 Results

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that the Company will release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2021 financial results on Monday, July 19, 2021.

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  • Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that the Company will release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2021 financial results on Monday, July 19, 2021.
  • A press release will be issued before the open of market trading.
  • Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. is primarily engaged in the production, grading, packing, marketing and sale of fresh shell eggs, including conventional, cage-free, organic and nutritionally enhanced eggs.
  • View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210706005462/en/

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Interest in Red River Valley Egg Farm, LLC

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that the Company has closed the previously announced purchase of the remaining 50 percent joint venture membership interest in Red River Valley Egg Farm, LLC from Rose Acre Farms, Inc, effective May 30, 2021.

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  • Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that the Company has closed the previously announced purchase of the remaining 50 percent joint venture membership interest in Red River Valley Egg Farm, LLC from Rose Acre Farms, Inc, effective May 30, 2021.
  • Red River Valley Egg Farm, LLC owns and operates a specialty shell egg production complex with approximately 1.7 million cage-free laying hens, cage-free pullet capacity, feed mill, processing plant, related offices and outbuildings and related equipment located on approximately 400 acres near Bogata, Texas.
  • Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. is primarily engaged in the production, grading, packing and sale of fresh shell eggs, including conventional, cage-free, organic and nutritionally enhanced eggs.
  • The forward-looking statements are based on managements current intent, belief, expectations, estimates and projections regarding our company and our industry.

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. Announces Release Date for Third Quarter Fiscal 2021 Results

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Monday, March 15, 2021

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that the Company will release its third quarter fiscal 2021 financial results on Monday, March 29, 2021.

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  • Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that the Company will release its third quarter fiscal 2021 financial results on Monday, March 29, 2021.
  • A press release will be issued before the open of market trading.
  • Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. is primarily engaged in the production, grading, packing and sale of fresh shell eggs, including conventional, cage-free, organic and nutritionally enhanced eggs.
  • The Company, which is headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi, is the largest producer and distributor of fresh shell eggs in the United States and sells the majority of its shell eggs in states across the southwestern, southeastern, mid-western and mid-Atlantic regions of the United States.

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. to Participate in Bank of America 2021 Consumer & Retail Technology Conference

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that management will participate in the Bank of America 2021 Consumer & Retail Technology Conference to be held March 9-11, 2021.

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  • Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that management will participate in the Bank of America 2021 Consumer & Retail Technology Conference to be held March 9-11, 2021.
  • Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this conference will be held in a virtual format only.
  • A link to the broadcast can be found at the investor relations section of the Companys website, www.calmainefoods.com and a replay will be available for 90 days.
  • Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. is primarily engaged in the production, grading, packing and sale of fresh shell eggs, including conventional, cage-free, organic and nutritionally enhanced eggs.

International Dairy Queen On Track to Meet Cage-free Egg Commitment in 2025

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Wednesday, January 13, 2021

International Dairy Queen Corporation (IDQ), a leader in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry, today announced it is on track to meet its cage-free egg commitment in the U.S. and Canada for shell eggs, liquid eggs and DQ proprietary products by 2025.

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  • International Dairy Queen Corporation (IDQ), a leader in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry, today announced it is on track to meet its cage-free egg commitment in the U.S. and Canada for shell eggs, liquid eggs and DQ proprietary products by 2025.
  • In 2016, we made a commitment to animal welfare when we announced our transition to cage-free eggs in the U.S. and Canada by 2025, said Steve Min, executive vice president of research and development at International Dairy Queen.
  • I am pleased to share that now 100 percent of proprietary ingredients in Blizzard Treats contain cage-free eggs, and we are on track to meet our cage-free egg commitment in 2025 or sooner.
  • To learn more about the companys commitment to chicken welfare, visit DairyQueen.com/chicken-welfare/
    International Dairy Queen, Inc., based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the parent company of American Dairy Queen Corporation and Dairy Queen Canada, Inc.

New Cage-Free Eggsposé Reveals Food Companies Who Profit from Animal Abuse and Empty Promises

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Tuesday, January 12, 2021

NEW YORK, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Humane League released the inaugural Cage-Free Eggspos , a public animal welfare report that exposes several major US food companies for falling behind on corporate responsibility and transparency.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Humane League released the inaugural Cage-Free Eggspos , a public animal welfare report that exposes several major US food companies for falling behind on corporate responsibility and transparency.
  • These food companies, which can be found here , made public pledges to consumers and the media, vowing to remove eggs sourced from hens living in cruel cages from their supply chains.
  • The new report targets several well-known food companies, which can be found here .
  • These companies are keeping both consumers and shareholders in the dark about the eggs and egg products they source, while profiting from packed cages and empty promises of improved animal welfare.

Kreider Farms is first American Humane Certified™ Dairy East of Mississippi

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Tuesday, January 5, 2021

In fact, consumer demand for humanely raised products has grown tremendously over the last two decades with ten of the nation's top 12 grocery retailers carrying American Humane Certified products according to American Humane.

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  • In fact, consumer demand for humanely raised products has grown tremendously over the last two decades with ten of the nation's top 12 grocery retailers carrying American Humane Certified products according to American Humane.
  • "American Humane is thrilled by the dedication to excellent animal welfare protocols and practices that the fine folks at Kreider Farms exhibit," said Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane.
  • "As the first dairy on the East Coast to become American Humane Certified, Kreider Farms is a shining example for other dairy farmers in the region."
  • Kreider Farms officially became American Humane Certified for their dairy farm in November 2020, although their cage free hen laying operation, under the brand Noah's Pride , has been certified American Humane since 2016.

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. Announces $40.1 Million Capital Project to Expand Cage-Free Production in Kentucky

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a $40.1 million capital project to expand the Companys cage-free egg production at its Guthrie, Kentucky, production facility.

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  • Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ: CALM) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a $40.1 million capital project to expand the Companys cage-free egg production at its Guthrie, Kentucky, production facility.
  • The project will include related site work and the additional infrastructure to convert existing conventional capacity to house approximately 1.5 million cage-free hens and 300,000 pullets.
  • The Company plans to fund the project through a combination of available cash on hand, investments, and operating cash flow.
  • Including this latest project, we have allocated approximately $462.5 million during the prior twelve years to facilities, equipment, and related operations to expand our cage-free production.

Chiques Creek introduces Cage Free Hemp Egg line

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Tuesday, December 1, 2020

MANHEIM, Pa., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Kreider Farms , Central Pennsylvania's favorite producer of farm fresh milk, ice cream, premium eggs, and more, has launched a Cage Free Hemp Egg as a line extension of Chiques Creek which is produced at their plants in Lancaster County, PA.

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  • MANHEIM, Pa., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Kreider Farms , Central Pennsylvania's favorite producer of farm fresh milk, ice cream, premium eggs, and more, has launched a Cage Free Hemp Egg as a line extension of Chiques Creek which is produced at their plants in Lancaster County, PA.
  • The Chiques Creek brand currently offers a unique line of hemp iced teas which are currently available at Giant , Weis and Rutter's stores with more retailers added to the their website daily.
  • Chiques Creek, produced in Lancaster, PA, adds to their hemp line with new Cage Free Hemp Eggs.
  • Chiques Creek Hemp Eggs are nutrient-rich brown eggs from cage free birds fed a specially formulated all-vegetarian, nutrient-packed diet consisting of 20% hemp seed meal which results in higher nutrient values and more omega-3 compared to a standard egg.