Pasture-Raised Eggs vs Free-Range Eggs

pasture-raised eggs

Why would we pit two of our best products against each other?  We’re not, necessarily. However, in a day and age when transparency is almost a currency, we want to give you an insight into the differences in pasture-raised eggs and free-range eggs that set them a part. Price You’ll notice on the shelf that […]

The Grass is Greener at Farmers Hen House

Pastured hens in a farm field

If you’ve spent any time in a grocery store lately, you’ve probably noticed that the shelves are stocked with dozens of different types of eggs – white eggs, brown eggs, free range, pasture raised, organic – it can be overwhelming! Maybe you’ve settled on a carton of Farmers Hen House Free Range eggs and you’re […]

Farming Like The World Depends On It

Farmers with chickens

When we say we’re farming like the world depends on it, we mean that everything we do, from where we get our energy to what we feed our hens, prioritizes the sustainability and health of the world above all.  We’re farming for the legacy of generations to come, just as our ancestors from old farmed […]

On-Farm Grain Cycle

Grain cycle infographic

Sustainability is important on so many levels at Farmers Hen House. And sometimes sustainability means getting dirty!  Like with our On-Farm Grain Cycle, in which many of our farmers grow the grain required for their hens. The process includes growing grain, feeding it to the hens, then taking their waste (ahem, manure) and returning it […]

Local As Organic Gets

Hens outdoors with solar panels

If you live in the Midwest, it’s likely that there are a number of small local organic egg companies on the shelf at your local grocery store and/or co-op.  Purchasing their eggs can be a great way to support your local farm economy.  Did you know though, that if you live in the Midwest, purchasing […]

Our Farmers

Amish farmer holding eggs

Our Farmers are the reason why we exist (hence the name).  Farmers Hen House began with the mission to provide local Amish and Mennonite farmers with a sustainable way to get their organic eggs into retail spaces.  For most Amish and Mennonite farmers, envisioning a life without farming is hard, if not impossible to do. Since all of our […]

A Letter From Farmer Merlin

Farmers Hen House farmer packing eggs

Many of our farmers are Amish and Mennonite, and for some, being in front of the camera is not the most comfortable. However, they still desire to connect with you. In efforts to help build that connection, one of our farmers, Merlin, has written you a letter. If you would like to leave a message […]

A Letter From Farmer Mervin

Farmer Mervin's flock of hens outside

We’re excited to introduce you to one of our incredible free-range egg farmers, Mervin! Similar to Merlin, who we introduced to you, Mervin doesn’t feel comfortable in front of the camera, but he still wants you to know about him, his farm, and family. Hopefully, you remember how to read cursive ?. Feel free to […]