Free-Range and Pastured Egg Production

The video explores the growing pastured eggs sector in Australia, highlighting the differences between pastured and free-range eggs. It discusses the challenges faced by small-scale producers, the role of accreditation programs like Proof, and the ongoing debate over free-range standards. The video also covers the farming practices at various locations, the demand for pastured eggs, and the challenges and costs associated with this type of farming.

What is the maximum number of hens allowed per hectare under the new free-range classification?

• 15,000

• 10,000

• 5,000

• 1,000

What is the main difference between free-range and pastured egg production?

• Free-range eggs are cheaper.

• Free-range eggs are produced in larger quantities.

• Pastured eggs come from hens with access to fresh pasture.

• Pastured eggs are produced indoors.

What is a common practice among small-scale pastured egg farms to ensure fresh pasture for hens?

• Keeping hens indoors

• Feeding only grain mix

• Rotating mobile chicken houses

• Using fixed sheds

What is the main benefit of pastured egg production according to its proponents?

• Lower cost of production

• Easier to manage

• Higher egg production rates

• Better welfare for hens and land benefits

What is the name of the accreditation company for pastured egg producers?

• Green Fields

• Proof

• Pasture Perfect

• Certified Organic

What is one of the main challenges faced by pastured egg farmers?

• Threats from predators

• Difficulty in obtaining licenses

• High cost of automated egg collection

• Lack of demand for their eggs

Why do some producers use Maremma guardian dogs?

• To fertilize the pasture

• To herd the chickens

• To protect hens from predators

• To help with egg collection

What was the stocking density limit that smaller egg farmers lobbied for?

• 500 hens per hectare

• 1,000 hens per hectare

• 1,500 hens per hectare

• 2,000 hens per hectare

What is one argument against free-range egg production mentioned by large commercial producers?

• It requires less land

• It increases egg production

• It spreads disease between wild birds and chickens

• It is cheaper to produce

What is the main reason large commercial producers pushed for a higher stocking density for free-range eggs?

• To reduce the cost of eggs for consumers

• To decrease the land required for production

• To improve the welfare of hens

• To increase the nutritional value of eggs