For Farmers
Research Program Areas
Food Safety
Food safety is a key issue for both consumers and egg farmers and is critical to maintaining confidence in eggs as a staple food.
Environmental Sustainability
Egg businesses need to demonstrate good environmental performance as changes to regulations add uncertainty to industry investment.
Feeding & Nutrition
Precision formulation of diets for laying hens can lead to significant cost savings to farmers through improved feed efficiency and better quality eggs.
Biosecurity & Flock Health
Maximising the health and productivity of hens is fundamental to maximising egg production and achieving satisfactory egg quality.
Animal Welfare
Hen welfare is critical for an efficient and sustainable egg farming business.
Human Health
Eggs have been a part of our diet for millennia, yet we’re still learning just how beneficial they can be to human health.