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entirely unnatural environments where hens never feel the earth beneath their feet.
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Cage-Free and Free-Range: Improvements in space, though “free-range” definitions can sometimes be legally loose, occasionally meaning only modest access to an outdoor patch.
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Pasture-Raised: Generally considered the gold standard for animal welfare. These hens spend their days outdoors on living pastures, scratching, foraging, catching insects, and soaking up natural sunlight.
3. Farm Hygiene and Biosecurity
A clean farm is essential for preventing foodborne pathogens like Salmonella. Responsible farmers maintain pristine nesting boxes, collect eggs frequently, and practice rigorous
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