Eggs & Poultry
Articles, guides, and stories from the farm.
Truly pasture-raised laying hens with access to fresh grass, bugs, and sunshine. The hens scratch, forage, and dust-bathe their way across the pasture — doing the work nature designed them for, and producing eggs that taste like it. Below you'll find guides on raising your own flock, the real difference between pasture-raised and what the grocery store sells, and what we deliver locally.
From Hatch to Harvest: The Beginner's Complete Guide to Raising Pasture-Raised Laying Hens
Everything you need to know to raise 5–30 happy, productive hens on pasture — from your first chick to your first egg and beyond. A complete 12-section guide covering breeds, brooding, pasture setup, electric netting, winter management, and more.
Why Our Hens Have Full Outdoor Access 365 Days a Year
Learn how Deer Run Acres provides true pasture-raised conditions for our laying hens year-round, including our mobile Egg Mobile, rotational grazing, and winter hoop house.
Pasture Raised vs Store Bought Eggs — What's the Real Difference?
Discover why pasture-raised eggs from local farms like Deer Run Acres have richer yolks, more omega-3s, and better nutrition than conventional store-bought eggs.