Free Run
Hens have access to the entire barn floor. They can also perch, scratch and use private nest boxes to lay their eggs.
Enriched Colony
Naturally-sized social groups with perches, scratch areas and private nest boxes benefit hen health and welfare.
Free Range
Hens have access to the entire barn floor. They can also perch, scratch and use private nest boxes to lay their eggs. Weather permitting, hens also have access to an outdoor space.
Aviary
In aviary housing, hens have access to the whole barn floor as well as different levels of the barn where they can perch, feed, drink and lay their eggs.
Conventional Housing
Older style small group housing system being phased out by Canadian egg farmers.