egg producer

EGG SHORTAGE UPDATE: Unfortunately, we’ve kicked off the year 2023 with some major food shortages and supply chain issues. As the country has continued to battle against supply chain instability from the start of COVID-19, many are still experiencing strain thanks to a complex, multi-step and non-localized supply chain.

Protection From the Avian Flu for Egg Producers

The Avian flu has affected the food industry in many different ways since experts discovered the outbreak earlier this month. There are currently millions of chickens in at least 17 states that are being destroyed to suppress the deadly and dangerous strain of the Avian flu.

Eggs are one of the most enjoyed consumable goods every year by Americans, with the average number of eggs produced reaching 9.3 billion dozen according to Statista. While these are enjoyed worldwide, eggs require strict compliance and rigorous testing per the Food and Drug Administration [FDA] to ensure that they are as safe as possible for consumption.

Gone are the days when grading, sorting and packaging were done with labor intensive techniques. With operational efficiency being the name of the game, egg producers too have had to adapt to the new norm of Food ERP.