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Eggheads is the go-to podcast for egg industry professionals who are interested in leadership and innovation in the egg world. Host Greg Schonefeld explores the evolving world of modern egg farming, from the latest in cage-free innovations and organic certifications to navigating the economics of large-scale production. Whether you're an egg producer, supplier, or involved in poultry genetics, thi... more

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Bruce Dooyema's career in poultry began in the 7th grade, when his parents bought him a dozen chickens to raise in the backyard. Now, as Director of Strategic projects at Versova, he's responsible for around 40 million of them. And as if that wasn't ... more

There are so many different ways to introduce contaminants during the egg production process: improperly used chemicals, dirty equipment, poor handling techniques, the list goes on. And it's the job of today's guests to develop and enforce the protoc... more

Finding the right ventilation solution can be make or break for your layer operation. And especially now with the emergence of cage-free farming, making sure air is circulating evenly can be key in ensuring your chickens remain healthy and productive... more

Sometimes people have this idea that farmers shouldn't use immigrant workers at all, and that there are enough people looking for work domestically to staff their operations. Today, we're getting into why that's often just simply not the case. 

Kyle... more

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Bruce Dooyema
Director of strategic projects at Versova, a large egg cooperative
Versova
Episode: Managing Egg Production From 40 Million Birds to Off-Grid Farms with Bruce Dooyema
Kim Rice
VP of Food Safety and Quality at Rose Acre
Rose Acre Farms
Episode: How Rose Acre Manages Food Safety Across 9 States with Kim Rice
Kyle Farmer
Labor and immigration law expert
Episode: Ag Labor Challenges and Immigration Pathways Explained with Kyle Farmer
Craig England
Former president of Sanovo Technology USA and Moba USA, expert in egg processing technology
Sanovo Technology USA and Moba USA
Episode: From Manual Candling to Machine Vision: 40 Years of Egg Processing Innovation with Craig England
Trey Braswell
President and CEO of Braswell Family Farms
Braswell Family Farms
Episode: How Braswell Family Farms Evolved from Feed Mill to Eggland’s Best with Trey Braswell
George Weaver IV
Director of Sales and Marketing at Westfield Egg Farm
Westfield Egg Farm
Episode: Westfield Egg Farm: 4 Generations of Doing Eggs Different with George Weaver IV
Ingmar Middelbos
Global RD director for animal nutrition at Symrise Pet Food
Symrise Pet Food
Episode: The Incredible Inedible Egg with Ingmar Middelbos of Symrise
Logan Webster
Broiler farmer and entrepreneur
Personal broiler farm and Chicken Sheet app
Episode: From Hard Work to Smart Solutions: Logan Webster’s Broiler Journey
Mark Doyle
Director of Besco Structures and industry expert in agricultural buildings and infrastructure.
Besco Structures
Episode: Building Agriculture Around the World with Mark Doyle of Besco Structures

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Greg Schonefeld
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Great Info on a Little Known Topic

    Greg is bringing light to a topic so many consumers know so little about. Excited to learn more about where the eggs I eat come from.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Landon from Columbia, TN
    United States2 years ago
  • Learning a LOT and I’m only on episode 1!

    A must listen if you’re looking to find out more about the egg industry

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hannnaahtmb
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • 🥚🥚🥚

    Egg-cited to learn more about my favorite food! 🍳

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    allisonjoy
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners commend practical, farm-focused conversations and real-world applicability.
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The show captures industry-specific challenges with a friendly, accessible approach.
Great producer-led insights into a niche topic that's important for consumers to understand.

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Apple Podcasts
#238
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
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#133
New Zealand/Arts/Food
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#139
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#175
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#187
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How Rose Acre Manages Food Safety Across 9 States with Kim Rice
Q: How is consistency enforced across nine states and multiple facility types?
Through clear programs, training, and record-keeping that tell the story of actions taken, plus ongoing oversight, auditing, and a strong emphasis on muscle memory in staff to perform correctly even under strain.
How Rose Acre Manages Food Safety Across 9 States with Kim Rice
Q: What is the most important factor in preventing contamination beyond processes?
People—their understanding of why tasks are done, and the culture of safety and compliance—are the greatest resource, and building simple, clear communication helps eliminate human error.
How Rose Acre Manages Food Safety Across 9 States with Kim Rice
Q: What are the main regulatory bodies involved in shell eggs vs. breaking/processed products?
Shell eggs fall under a mix of FDA and state/local oversight with FSIS involved in breaking and processed products; agencies operate differently, with FSIS inspecting on a daily basis in appropriate facilities, while FDA rules apply to other product lines.
How Rose Acre Manages Food Safety Across 9 States with Kim Rice
Q: How does the Egg Rule influence operations from pre-hatchery to processing?
The Egg Rule drives testing at key life-cycle points, environmental monitoring, daily pest control, and mandates holding or diverting eggs if environmental positives are detected, with emphasis on ensuring eggs are cooked to safe temperatures downstream.
Ag Labor Challenges and Immigration Pathways Explained with Kyle Farmer
Q: What can farmers do to navigate the immigration process better?
Farmers need to identify the specific labor needs and understand the criteria for available visa programs to make informed decisions about hiring.

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A focused look at modern egg production, processing, and policy with industry leaders, tech innovators, and farm operators. Episodes highlight food safety, regulatory frameworks, labor challenges, and the shift to cage-free and specialty eggs, often featuring hands-on insights from multi-state operations, processing technology, and supply-chain dynamics. The show stands out for practical risk management discussions, real-world case studies, and guests who blend technical expertise with leadership and strategic vision, making it valuable for producers, suppliers, and anyone shaping the egg industry's future.

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1. Bruce Dooyema
2. Kim Rice
3. Kyle Farmer
4. Craig England
5. Trey Braswell
6. George Weaver IV
7. Ingmar Middelbos
8. Logan Webster

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