With the addition of more than 90 family farms and a modern processing facility in Iowa, this combination will support Pete & Gerry’s growth, particularly across the Midwest and West. Pete & Gerry’s now operates four packing facilities, significantly increasing its overall processing capacity and providing greater flexibility and efficiency in its manufacturing system.

“Humanely sourced eggs, like our Pasture-Raised, Free-Range, and Organic products, are rapidly gaining popularity due to their quality, consistency and ethical appeal,” says Tom Flocco, CEO of Pete & Gerry’s. “As the effects of Avian Influenza continue, this trend is expected to drive a larger share of the egg market toward premium options due to enhanced biosecurity afforded by more distributed farm networks. Joining together with another purpose-driven company like Farmers Hen House, which shares in our mission to protect hen welfare and the American family farm, felt like a natural fit. We’re stronger together to advance our mission toward healthy hens, healthy eggs, and a healthy planet.”

By integrating Farmers Hen House’s network of family farms, Pete & Gerry’s now works with a total of nearly 300 family farms, ensuring a reliable supply of ethically sourced eggs for consumers and retail partners.

“Farmers Hen House was created nearly three decades ago with a mission to produce premium eggs as a way to keep local family farms competitive in a modern economy,” says Ryan Miller, president and co-owner of Farmers Hen House. “We’ve grown and scaled the company while keeping with tradition, and we’re proud today to embrace a new era with Pete & Gerry’s to grow the reach of our collective Certified Humane eggs.”

Terms of the transaction will not be disclosed. Farmers Hen House was advised by Brown Gibbons Lang & Company. Giannuzzi Lewendon and Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as legal advisors to Pete & Gerry’s.