battery cages

India is the fifth-largest producer of eggs and ninth-largest producer of poultry (chicken) meat in the world. However, nearly 200 million egg-laying hens are kept in terrible conditions across the country. Bijal reminisces about a baby chick she rescued, and discusses the problem of battery cages.

Approximately 80% of India’s egg production comes from hens living in tiny, confined cages. This farm gives hens space to walk, run and fly, and forage for bugs. The result? Healthier eggs.