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Avian Influenza
Egg Industry
Cage-Free Eggs
Egg Production
Egg Market Dynamics
Animal Welfare
Eggs
Agricultural Education
Biosecurity
Consumer Preferences
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Dixie Egg Company
Pasture-Raised Eggs
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Modern Agriculture
Egg Pricing
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Nutrition Research
In-Ovo Sexing
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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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At only 25 years old, Cole Luthman is the Lead Service Technician at Cooper Farms, responsible for overseeing five out of their 8-million total birds. And as if that wasn't keeping him busy enough, Cole recently decided to start his own barn and beco... more

Logan Webster has worn many hats in his life: he grew up on a broiler farm in South Arkansas, he worked in PR for Tyson Foods, he interned for a US Senator in Washington, and now, he's an entrepreneur working on an app that could prove to be an indis... more

Besco Structures is one of the leading suppliers of pre-fabricated steel structures for agriculture. And since they started in the 80's, their director, Mark Doyle, has had the opportunity to observe poultry operations across the globe, from South Am... more

On this show we've talked a lot about the debate around vaccinating birds against highly pathogenic avian influenza, and the opposing views on the issue within the egg and broiler industries. For clues on how to break that deadlock, we looked to a co... more

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Recent Guests

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
Charles Martins Ferreira
Deputy Agriculture Counselor at the French Embassy, dealing with sanitary and veterinary issues.
French Embassy
Episode: Inside France’s Successful HPAI Vaccination Program with Dr. Charles Martins Ferreira
Lisa Henning
Event organizer and passionate advocate for the egg industry.
Henning Companies
Episode: PEAK and Poultry People with Lisa Henning
Glenn Hickman
President and CEO of Hickman's Family Farms, largest egg producer in Arizona
Hickman's Family Farms
Episode: Glenn Hickman: Searching for a Path Forward After Losing 6 Million Birds
Brian Moscogiuri
Vice president at Eggs Unlimited
Eggs Unlimited
Episode: The Scramble: Avian Influenza Cases Are Down—Will Prices Follow?
Dr. Kay Russo
Veterinarian and expert in avian influenza
Episode: The Scramble: Avian Influenza Cases Are Down—Will Prices Follow?
Joel Harris
Co-founder and CEO of Genvax
Genvax
Episode: A Practical Look at Vaccines with Joel Harris of Genvax
Sandra Vijn
Managing Director for Kipster in the United States, with a background in food sustainability and agriculture.
Kipster
Episode: Producing Eggs the Kipster Way with Sandra Vijn

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Greg Schonefeld
Host of the show known for exploring the evolving world of modern egg farming, emphasizing leadership and innovation in the egg industry.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 38 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 Statesa year 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 Kingdoma year ago
  • 🥚🥚🥚

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    allisonjoy
    United Statesa year ago

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The discussions are praised for being engaging and relevant to modern egg production.
Listeners appreciate the informative content that highlights industry insights and trends.
Many express excitement about learning more regarding the egg industry and its practices.

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Apple Podcasts
#169
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#99
India/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#222
Ireland/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#240
Mexico/Arts/Food

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Cole Luthman of Cooper Farms: Carving His Own Path into the Egg World
Q: What would you say to a young person trying to break into the field?
Cole recommends following one's dreams and passion, emphasizing the importance of exposure to the right people in the industry.
Cole Luthman of Cooper Farms: Carving His Own Path into the Egg World
Q: Do you think that transition is almost, in some ways an advantage for you because like everyone's a little new to it?
Cole believes being young during the cage-free transition does provide an advantage since everyone, including older growers, were learning together.
Cole Luthman of Cooper Farms: Carving His Own Path into the Egg World
Q: Can you talk a little bit about, I don't know what your day-to-day looks like at Cooper Farms today, or what your responsibilities are?
Cole manages about 10 contract growers daily, including one complex with around 4 million layers, dealing with various health and production inquiries.
Building Agriculture Around the World with Mark Doyle of Besco Structures
Q: What trends do you see having a major impact on agriculture in the next 10 to 20 years?
Doyle expresses an interest in the role AI and robotics will play in modernizing agricultural practices.
Building Agriculture Around the World with Mark Doyle of Besco Structures
Q: What are some of the challenges of cage-free facilities related to ventilation design?
Doyle notes that the biggest challenge has been ensuring proper ventilation in multi-floor facilities to make all birds comfortable.

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Focused on the egg industry, this podcast provides a deep examination of the pressing issues, innovations, and leadership strategies relevant to egg farmers and industry professionals. Covering a diverse range of topics, from biosecurity measures and poultry health to nutrition science and consumer trends, expert guests share their insights and experiences that shed light on the complexities of modern egg production. What sets this podcast apart is its commitment to highlighting the importance of sustainability and animal welfare while navigating economic challenges, making it a vital resource for anyone involved in the egg farming sector.

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Recent guests on Eggheads include:

1. Logan Webster
2. Mark Doyle
3. Charles Martins Ferreira
4. Lisa Henning
5. Glenn Hickman
6. Brian Moscogiuri
7. Dr. Kay Russo
8. Joel Harris

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