At Growing Roots Farm, we have always prioritized the well-being of our animals and the quality of the products we provide to our community. That is why we are excited to announce an important change to the way we raise our chickens and the feed they eat—one that reflects our ongoing commitment to sustainability, animal health, and quality.
What’s Changing?
After thoughtful consideration, we’ve made the decision to switch our chicken feed to non-GMO and organic ingredients. This change will help ensure our hens are receiving the best possible nutrition, while also aligning with our values of supporting sustainable farming practices and minimizing our impact on the environment. We believe that by feeding our chickens non-GMO feed, we can help them lead healthier, more natural lives, which in turn means you’ll be enjoying eggs that are even more nutritious and flavorful.
Why This Matters
We understand that the quality of the feed that our chickens receive directly impacts the quality of the eggs they lay. By choosing non-GMO and organic feed, we are not just improving the health of our flock, but we’re also supporting practices that are better for the planet. Organic feed is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, and non-GMO ingredients are free from genetically modified organisms, both of which align with our goal of providing you with a product that’s as pure and natural as possible.
We believe in transparency, so it’s important to us that you know exactly where your food comes from and how it is produced. This move to organic, non-GMO feed represents our continued effort to farm in a way that is kind to the land, the animals, and to you, our valued customers.
The Price Adjustment
With the shift to higher-quality feed, there will be a slight price increase for our eggs. Starting on 1/28/25, the cost of a dozen of our fresh eggs will be $6. While we know that price changes are never easy, but we hope that you will understand that this adjustment reflects the rising costs of sourcing organic, non-GMO feed, as well as our desire to maintain the high standards we have set for the care of our animals and the quality of our products.
We are confident that the investment in better feed will be reflected in the taste, quality, and nutritional value of the eggs you receive. We’re committed to offering you the best possible product, and this change is a crucial part of ensuring we can continue doing so for years to come.
What’s Next?
We are so grateful for your support throughout our journey, and we’re thrilled to continue providing you with the freshest, highest-quality eggs available. We understand that price adjustments can be challenging, but we truly believe that this investment will benefit both you and our farm in the long term.
Our chickens will continue to be housed in a sanitary, deep-bed method in our hoop house during the wintertime as a weather shelter. They will spend the vast majority of the year rotated on fresh pasture in a protected, free-range lifestyle. By allowing our chickens to experience lives as close to the way nature intended, we believe that they provide a superior product for your consumption.
If you have any questions about this change or would like to learn more about our farming practices, please do not hesitate to reach out. We’re always happy to chat and keep you informed about what’s happening on the farm!
Thank you again for your continued trust in Growing Roots Farm. We couldn’t do this without you, and we look forward to continuing to provide you with eggs that are not only delicious but also produced with care for the animals, the land, and the community.