New York, NY, April 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Handsome Brook Farms, the country’s largest producer of organic pasture raised eggs, achieved Certified B Corp
“Since our founding in 2007, we have been dedicated to bringing the most sustainable and ethical eggs to a market near you,” says Jordan Czeizler, CEO of Handsome Brook Farms. “Our dedication to our hens, farmers, customers, and the planet has become stronger with each passing year. For us, B Corp
While the B Corp
- Goal 1: Regenerative Farms
- Advance regenerative agriculture practices across 100% of the farmers in their network
- Supporting tactics include: erosion management, hen manure management, optimized gutter systems, on-farm workshops, implementation of renewable energy sources
- Goal 2: Responsible Operations
- 100% sustainable packaging
- Supporting tactics include: increase the PCR (post-consumer recycled) content in hybrid cartons, change the jumbo egg cartons from plastic to pulp, partner with How2Recycle for carton labels, minimal and thoughtful sourcing of virgin fiber (preserving high conservation value forests)
- Goal 3: Thriving Communities
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 10% across the supply chain
- Supporting tactics include: partner with high potential, 3rd party reduction strategy advisors, define Handsome’s carbon accounting methodology, roll out proven reduction strategies across Handsome farms, refine strategies and measure against baseline year
Unlike the majority of agribusinesses, Handsome Brook Farms will take its commitment to regenerative practices one step further through its newly launched Pasture Improvement Cost Share Program – created to incentivize their many small, family-owned, and operated partner farms to implement sustainable systems that work for their specific needs. This allows for support to be customized based on each farm’s unique geography and the subsequent challenges they may face while executing regenerative farming practices. Designed to ensure each farm is able to flourish independently for generations to come, the program includes but is not limited to financial assistance for technical support, infrastructure upgrades, and planting materials.
Handsome Brook Farms’ B Corp
Handsome Brook Farms is a pioneer in pasture raised organic egg production, the most ethical and sustainable way to produce eggs. Founded in upstate New York with five hens, Handsome Brook has grown into the largest producer of organic pasture raised eggs in the country, with partner farms in 10 states. Handsome Brook Farms is dedicated to acting Handsomely in all that they do – from treating farmers, animals, and land with the utmost respect, to helping consumers access a clean, responsibly-raised source of protein that they know they can trust – from coop to carton.
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