UN names eggs as a star ingredient for World Food Day
To celebrate World Food Day on Saturday 16th October, the United Nations (UN) has named eggs as a star …
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Business Insights | Practical Implications of Increased Survivability of AI Strains
The latest IEC Business Insights webinar ‘Practical implications of increased survivability of AI strains’ explored the risks of year-round …
World Egg Day celebrated in over 100 countries across the globe
We are delighted to report the success of World Egg Day 2021, and would like to thank every individual and …
IEC Announces New Appointments
The International Egg Commission is very pleased to announce two new appointments were made during the IEC’s Annual General Assembly …
New UN Nutrition Report highlights the importance of eggs in human health and development
In a new discussion paper released on 9 June, UN Nutrition emphasise the crucial role eggs play in sustainable balanced human diets.
Delivering Equitable and Sustainable Food Systems
Statement by the global egg and poultry meat sector. As a society, we face a unique challenge. The challenge to …
Global preparations are underway to celebrate 25 years of World Egg Day
World Egg Day will be celebrated across the globe on Friday 8 October 2021. This year’s theme, ‘Eggs for all: …
Egg industry commitments to sustainability highlighted at UN Food Systems Pre-Summit
On Tuesday 27 July, IEC Chairman, Suresh Chitturi, joined a diverse panel of speakers to discuss the importance of ‘Sustainable …
Technical Seminar: India | Profitable Egg Production
In the latest Technical Seminar: India, hosted by IEC Chairman, Suresh Chitturi, Andrew Joret, Chairman of the British Egg Industry …
IEC Country Association Forum supports industry development
The International Egg Commission (IEC) launched its ‘Country Association Forum’ in November 2020, connecting CEO level association heads from around …
Business Insights | Alternative Protein: The nutritionist perspective
This IEC member-exclusive webinar, presented by the leading nutrition think-tank, Sight and Life, addressed the true nutritional value of alternative …
MOU signed to support growth in global egg and poultry industries
The International Egg Commission (IEC) and International Poultry Council (IPC) have signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen …
5 Ways Eggs Support a Fairer and Healthier World
Eggs contain 14 essential vitamins and nutrients, making them one of the most nutrient dense foods available to humankind. To celebrate World Health Day, we are sharing five ways enjoying eggs as part of a balanced diet can support a fairer and healthier world.
Eggs, a great natural source of vitamin D
Vitamin D is a nutrient essential for bone development, skeletal health, healthy muscles and regulating the immune system, yet it is estimated that 1 in 8 people worldwide have a vitamin D deficiency or insufficiency. As one of the few natural food sources of vitamin D, eggs can help you reach the recommended daily intake.
The importance of biosecurity in profitable egg production [Webinar]
In our latest webinar available to watch at your convenience, Dr Travis Schaal explored the importance of robust biosecurity during a pandemic and its role in profitable egg production.
Young Egg Leaders discuss the opportunities and challenges of the future
In our final article in the series, current Young Egg Leaders Michael Griffiths, New Product Development Manager at Oakland Farm Eggs, UK, and Opeyemi Agbato, Executive Director Animal Health and Husbandry at Animal Care, Nigeria, share their views on the future challenges, threats and opportunities the egg industry may face.
New research continues to support the role of eggs in healthy diets without adverse effects linked to diabetes
Eggs are widely recognised as one of nature’s most nutritious foods. With 14 important nutrients, eggs contain the majority of the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants required by the body, furthermore new research confirms that eggs can be included in a healthy dietary pattern without adverse effects linked to diabetes.
Global Economic Outlook for the Egg Sector [Webinar]
In our latest webinar available to watch at your convenience, Rabobank’s Nan-Dirk Mulder joined IEC members to discuss the ‘Global Economic Outlook for the Egg Sector’.
