Egg products news

Egg safety update

A new report by the Government’s Advisory Committee on the Microbiological Safety of Food (ACMSF) has concluded that British Lion eggs can safely be eaten runny, even by pregnant women, babies and elderly people, which is great news for consumers, retailers and caterers. The news about...

Demand for British egg products sparks industry investment

British egg processors have invested £25 million into state of the art facilities in order to increase capacity and meet growing consumer demand for British egg products. Sales of British egg products are soaring, with eggs bought for processing up 7.2% in 2014, compared to the previous...

Shoppers demand British eggs in prepared foods

New research shows that more than 40% of shoppers are concerned about the quality and safety of ingredients in prepared food from supermarkets - and many were appalled that some retailers’ products contain foreign eggs*. Eggs, along with chicken and beef, raised the greatest concern. The...

Egg products users to benefit from isotope testing breakthrough

New developments in the technology used for isotope testing will ensure food manufacturers, retailers and caterers can be confident in the traceability of the egg products they use. The new technology can indicate consistency with claimed country of origin/production system. As...