Animal Welfare Policy

As the progressive industry leader, Herbruck’s strives to execute a scientifically based approach to ensuring our birds are free from hunger and thirst; free from disease and discomfort; and free to express their normal behaviors.

Freedom from hunger and thirst

Vertical integration allows for strong control of quality, flock-appropriate diets.
Easily accessible feed is 3rd-party verified for per bird bunk space requirements.
Clean, accessible water is 3rd-party verified for per bird nipple requirements.

Freedom from disease and discomfort

Preventative medicine is paramount.
Optimum hen health is achieved through management, vaccination, nutrition, and biosecurity.
Environment is maintained to minimize stress through lighting, ventilation, and employee training.

Freedom to express normal behaviors

Hens are able to perch, jump, and fly within their cage-free environments.
Open floor space allows birds to scratch, dustbathe, and socialize.
Nest spaces facilitating a calm, quiet, and isolated egg laying-environment.