Welcome to the
Eggheads Podcast
Episodes Available Bi-Weekly on Fridays!
Listen on Spotify
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Welcome to the
Eggheads Podcast
Episodes Available Bi-Weekly on Fridays!
Listen on Spotify
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Welcome to the
Eggheads Podcast
Episodes Available Bi-Weekly on Fridays!
Listen on Spotify
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Hosted by Greg Schonefeld, Ag Installers CEO
Eggheads is the go-to podcast for egg professionals who are interested in leadership and innovation in the egg world. Host Greg Schonefeld explores the evolving world of modern egg farming, from the latest in cage-free innovations and organic certifications to navigating the economics of large-scale production. Each episode features insights from leading experts and innovative thinkers, even beyond the egg industry, offering lessons from leaders in agriculture, backyard chicken enthusiasts, and premium brands. Stay ahead of the curve, sharpen your skills, and be part of the conversation that’s driving the future of the egg industry.
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Eggheads is the go-to podcast for egg industry professionals who are interested in leadership and innovation in the egg world. Host Greg Schonefeld explores the evolving world of modern egg farming, from the latest in cage-free innovations and organic certifications to navigating the economics of large-scale production. Whether you’re an egg producer, supplier, or involved in poultry genetics, this show provides the insights and expert discussions you need to thrive in the industry. Crack open the science, strategies, and stories behind the egg industry’s biggest challenges and opportunities.
Glenn Hickman is the president of Hickman’s Family Farms, one of the largest egg producers in the southwestern US. You’d think that their location in the middle of the Sonoran desert, well outside the range of migratory birds, would keep them safe from outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). But that was unfortunately not the case.
After taking root in a nearby dairy farm, HPAI spilled over into Glenn’s facility. 80 years of continuous operation came to a screeching halt, and the Hickmans were forced to sacrifice 95% of their flock — nearly 6 million birds.
Glenn takes us inside his operation as he attempts to repopulate, and shares his perspective on what the industry needs to do to prevent this from happening over and over again.