15 states currently have laws that ban the extreme confinement of animals, including egg-laying hens, gestating sows, and calves raised for veal.

Over the course of the past several months, we have surveyed egg-laying hen farmers on a range of issues from housing systems to bird flu and more.

Since 11 states have passed or will soon pass cage-free rules for the egg industry, the amount of cage-free eggs in the US flock has dramatically increased over the last ten years.

Since 11 states have passed or will soon pass cage-free rules for the egg industry, the amount of cage-free eggs in the US flock has dramatically increased over the last ten years.

In January 2025, 85% of HPAI cullings took place in caged egg facilities leading to drastic price increases throughout the country.