Kraft Heinz to make transition to cage-free eggs by 2025

 
The Kraft Heinz Company announced it will transition to using 100 percent cage-free eggs in all North American operations by 2025.

“Reflecting our mission ‘To be the best food company, growing a better world,’ we’re committed to responsible, sustainable practices extending to every facet of our business,” said Michael Mullen, senior vice president of Corporate and Government Affairs, The Kraft Heinz Company.

“Making the move to source our eggs exclusively from cage-free hens builds on progress made by both Kraft and Heinz in previous years and reinforces our continuing pursuit of animal welfare improvements throughout our supply chain.”

Kraft Heinz sources eggs in North America primarily for use within its Sauces portfolio including for brands likeMiracle Whip, Heinz Mayo and Kraft Salad Dressings. The company defines cage-free eggs as those laid by hens allowed to walk, nest and engage in other behaviors in an open area.