We have finally received our Animal Welfare Approved status. After several weeks of waiting, a farm auditor coming to our place, our processing plant being checked out, and approval by a committee of animal welfare advocates, veterinarians, and others; we have been approved. Our eggs will now proudly carry the AWA sticker so customers know they are getting their eggs from hens raised humanely, with the highest industry standards. It is a great organization that is soley focused on the natural habits, welfare, and conscientious care of farm animals. This also helps the customer know that their purchases are from family farms that raise heritage breeds to the highest standards of animal welfare.  Your buying AWA approved items is a vote for the small family farmer and a vote for humanely raised animals.