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Avian Influenza
Egg Industry
Cage-Free Eggs
Egg Production
Egg Market Dynamics
Animal Welfare
Eggs
Agricultural Education
Biosecurity
Calmain
Dixie Egg Company
Consumer Preferences
Pasture-Raised Eggs
Poultry
Modern Agriculture
Egg Pricing
Vital Farms
Nutrition Research
In-Ovo Sexing
Sustainability

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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Steve DeWeerdt, and his parents before him, grew the DeWeerdt poultry farm from a small family business into a massive egg production and processing operation. But when Michigan passed a law mandating that all egg producers in the state go cage-free,... more

Unfortunately, not all eggs that get produced make it onto supermarket shelves. Producers try to sort out eggs that are broken or misshapen, hatcheries discard infertile eggs, and breaker operations need to deal with broken yolks or excess fluid left... more

After nearly a year and a half of hearing his voice on Eggheads, we figured you might be curious about who Greg is and why in the world he decided to start a podcast about the egg industry. Well today, we hope to give you some insight, by flipping th... more

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

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Recent Guests

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
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

Host

Greg Schonefeld
Greg Schonefeld is an experienced host with a deep understanding of the egg industry, focusing on topics of leadership, innovation, and sustainable practices in modern egg farming.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 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 States2 years ago

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The podcast sheds light on often overlooked topics in agriculture.
Many express excitement about learning more about where their food comes from.
Listeners appreciate the informative insights on the egg industry.

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Apple Podcasts
#208
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#111
Ireland/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#125
India/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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Content focuses on the complexities and innovations within the egg industry, touching on leadership, modern farming practices, and economic challenges faced by producers. The discussions span topics such as cage-free certifications, avian influenza impacts, and sustainable practices, making it a crucial resource for professionals seeking insights on evolving agricultural standards. Notably, the podcast emphasizes the intersection of technology and tradition, showcasing how industry leaders navigate both emerging trends and longstanding challenges.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with Eggheads:

1. The Poultry Leadership Podcast
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Eggheads launched 2 years ago and published 38 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Eggheads include:

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

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