Egg Farmers of Ontario

About Egg Farmers of Ontario

Egg Farmers of Canada is a national organization that represents more than 1,290 regulated egg farmers across all 10 provinces and the Northwest Territories. Located in London, Ontario, in the Oxford Park area on Foster Ave, the organization manages the supply of eggs, promotes the industry, and develops farming standards. It describes itself as a homegrown solution that supports Canadian food self-sufficiency while sustaining rural communities and thousands of jobs. The organization manages a unique system of supply management to ensure eggs remain fresh and local. It provides various services including research and development, food safety oversight, and the promotion of animal care. Specific initiatives mentioned include the Canada Egg Quality Assurance program, the Start Clean-Stay Clean program for on-farm safety, and the national young farmer program. They also engage in research regarding poultry science, such as studying lighting systems to improve flock comfort and examining nutrient supply during transport to support chick gut health. Founded in 1972 under the federal Farm Products Agencies Act, the organization operates based on values of collaboration, innovation, and economic, social, and environmental stewardship. It is led by a Board of Directors, including Chair Roger Pelissero, and an Executive Committee. The organization works with various partners such as the Canadian Federation of Agriculture, Dairy Farmers of Canada, and the World Egg Organisation. Its Operations Department holds ISO 9001 certification to ensure high-quality service for stakeholders.