Plus there are environmental issues such as greenhouse gas emissions and water pollution from egg farms, and soya in the feed linked to deforestation in South America.įor many vegans, the very concept of an ethical egg is impossible. Animal rights group Peta argues that females’ rights over their own reproductive systems should be respected, no matter the species, asking: “ Can you call yourself a feminist if you eat eggs?” Whatever the conditions they are kept in free range, organic or in your backyard, hens are still treated as commodities. Many people would argue that it is not ethical to keep hens for eggs as animals are not ours to use in any way. The best supermarket own-brand is Waitrose Duchy organic eggs which are the only supermarket eggs that are Soil Association certified. Look for local, small-scale organic egg farmers where you can see for yourself, or find out, the conditions the hens are kept in.įor more mainstream shops, we recommend the following organic brands that are Soil Association certified: Riverford, Clarence Court Organic Leghorn Whites, and Stonegate Estate. We recommend you stop buying or reduce the number of eggs you eat and try and buy organic eggs when you do. It’s not a Best Buy because it gets a worst rating for supply chain management and is made in Australia.

Orgran egg replacer is a recommended brand. No eggs are eligible to use our Best Buy Label because of the inherent animal rights and environmental issues associated with egg farming.

Is it an egg replacer? Does what an egg does without the animal rights issues.īest Buys The best thing you can do is make your own egg replacer from individual ingredients (see article).īest Buys for ready-made egg replacers are Oggs and Free & Easy. What to look for when buying eggs or eggs replacer:Īre they organic or biodynamic eggs? Look for the highest organic welfare standard, Soil Association or Demeter-certified eggs.

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