Humanely Hatched Hens and Ethical Egg Farming with Jasen Urena

What if the future of egg farming could eliminate one of the industry’s most difficult animal welfare issues—male chick culling? Thanks to in-ovo sexing technology, that future is here. This week on Foodie Pharmacology, I talk with Jasen Urena, Vice President of NestFresh, about the launch of their Humanely Hatched™ eggs—the first in the U.S. to ensure only female chicks are incubated. It’s a groundbreaking step that transforms both animal welfare and consumer choice. Jasen shares his journey at NestFresh and how the company has been at the forefront of ethical innovation, from pioneering Non-GMO Project Verified and Regenerative Organic Certified™ eggs to introducing reusable distribution systems that cut emissions and boost traceability. We discuss the promise of regenerative agriculture, how consumer demand is reshaping food systems, and why bold moves are often the catalyst for lasting change in legacy industries. Whether you care about sustainability, farm animal welfare, or just want to understand where your food comes from, this episode offers a hopeful look at how science and ethics can come together to change what’s on our plates. 🔗 Learn more: nestfresh.com ☕ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/foodiepharma 🎧 Listen to more episodes: foodiepharmacology.com

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Humanely Hatched Hens and Ethical Egg Farming with Jasen Urena is an episode from Foodie Pharmacology Podcast by Co-Conspiracy Entertainment.

This episode is 35:30 long.

This episode was published on Sep 22, 2025.

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