"In-Ovo sexing is a crucial step towards ending chick culling," said a Kipster co-founder. It provides an immediate solution as Kipster explores sustainable meat production methods that meet their high animal welfare standards.
Kipster is a leader in ethical and sustainable egg farming. They launched their U.S. operations in 2022 with a commitment to never culling chicks, a practice they follow in Europe. However, the lack of infrastructure for processing male chicks in the U.S. forced them to resort to culling this year.
In-Ovo sexing represents a significant shift for Kipster and the U.S. egg industry. Kipster welcomes stakeholder discussions and encourages suggestions for further improvements aligned with their ethical and environmental goals.
Animal welfare organizations like ASPCA, Mercy for Animals, and The Humane Society of the United States applaud Kipster's commitment to ending chick culling. They see this as a step towards a more humane and responsible egg industry.
Kipster's adoption of in-ovo sexing is a positive development for animal welfare and sustainability in the U.S. egg industry.