Delaware North opting for cage-free eggs

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. — Buffalo, N.Y.-based Delaware North Cos. (DNC), says it will source 100% of its eggs from cage-free hens by the second quarter of 2016. According to Michael Phillips, chief operating officer for DNC’s sports operations, the move comes after discussions with The Humane League.

“Delaware North is a socially responsible corporate citizen,” stated Phillips in a news release. “As such, we are always looking for opportunities with vendors to evolve our products. The company proudly supports cage-free shell eggs and is currently exploring an eventual transition to cage-free liquid eggs. Currently, the company does use cage-free liquid eggs in several of its locations. Delaware North commits to making a transition to cage-free eggs—shell and liquid—by 2016 based on supply availability.”

The Humane League praised DNC’s decision. “We appreciate Delaware North’s announcement to improve animal welfare within its purchasing practices. This move is one that will impact the lives of tens of thousands of animals,” said the organization’s executive director, David Coman-Hidy.