New Century Farm Organic Eggs

Thanks for taking the time to learn about our eggs and know that purchasing them sustains a better food system for you, the land, the hens, and the producer.

Ryan

Thanks for taking the time to learn more about New Century Farm eggs. We're a small, family-owned and run operation since 1995. Our goal is to deliver the highest quality, healthiest eggs possible with the least negative impact on the environment. Our commitment to the organic principle starts the day baby chicks arrive at our farm. They're fed a ration of certified organic corn and soybeans, along with a special mix containing vitamins and minerals. Chickens are never fed antibiotics or any other drug or additive. As also required by organic standards, chickens are never kept in cages and have access to outdoor fields when weather allows. Each of our chickens are given at least one and a half square feet of building space, twice as much space as most conventional caged egg operations. Why Organic? Our interest in organic farming developed many years ago as a grain farmer in Iowa. I and several of my family members and friends have been affected by accidents from using or being exposed to farm chemicals. I vowed to do what I could in my lifetime to eliminate these toxic chemicals and fertilizers. We grow most of our own grains, and support our local community by buying exclusively organic grain. In addition to farming without chemicals, we do not use genetically engineered seeds. We're proud to say that organic practices such as use of crop rotations also reduces runoff and resulting pollution of streams and lakes. One of the unexpected benefits of using organic feeds is the health of our chickens. Many people believe, and we agree, that organically raised crops are more nutritious. We believe conventional “factory farms” have been forced to use antibiotics because of crowded conditions that promote poor air quality and because conventional grains are missing the correct balance of the essential nutrients all animals and humans require to support a healthy immune system. Under a “holistic” approach to food production it also follows that the food produced by organically grown livestock will provide a healthy balance of all nutrients as nature intended. Because we use no antibiotics throughout the life of our hens, our eggs do not contribute to the growing problem of antibiotic resistance in human diseases. What About Food Safety? Our operation is inspected and licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture. Eggs are stored and delivered at under 40 degrees to inhibit bacterial growth. We recommend all consumers keep eggs refrigerated and properly cook egg products to further avoid food borne-illness. What About Taste? People had been telling us that eggs just don't taste as good as they used to. Now we're happy to report that you can once again enjoy the flavor and quality of eggs your parents and grandparents enjoyed. Eggs are like all other perishable produce - freshness is best. Our motto is “If you want a fresher egg, you'll have to get your own chickens.” Please feel free to contact us at 608-604-1761 or e-mail us at [email protected]. Thanks, Dean and Mary Dickel