Sunny Hill Farm - Sauder's Eggs

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Sunny Hill Farm is run by Derek Hanna and is located in Manheim, Pennsylvania. In 2010, at age 20, Derek took over the operation of the farm after his grandfather, Larry Dull Sr, passed away. Sunny Hill Farm also raises corn and soybeans. The eggs they provide are from traditional hens.

A traditional egg farmer typically operates within a conventional housing system, often referred to as a “caged” system. This method is the foundation of the modern egg industry, designed to provide the most efficient and affordable source of protein for a growing population. In this setting, the farmer focuses on a highly controlled environment where temperature, light, and nutrition are precisely managed to ensure maximum bird health and food safety.

Key Aspects of Traditional Farming

Climate Control: Sophisticated ventilation systems keep the barn at a consistent, comfortable temperature year-round, protecting the hens from extreme weather and predators.
Automated Care: Most traditional farms use automated belts to collect eggs immediately after they are laid, keeping them clean and crack-free while minimizing human contact.
Nutritional Precision: Farmers work with nutritionists to provide a balanced diet of fortified grains (usually corn and soy), ensuring the hens get exactly the vitamins and minerals they need for strong shells and high-quality yolks.
Biosecurity: Because the birds are housed indoors, traditional farmers can maintain strict biosecurity protocols to prevent the spread of diseases like Avian Flu, which can be more prevalent in outdoor-access systems.

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Quality You Can Count On

This farm participates in the NPIP program (National Poultry Improvement Plan), which is a national program in collaboration with state and federal departments of agriculture and industry representatives. The main objective is to use new diagnostic technology to effectively improve poultry and poultry products throughout the U.S. NPIP provides certification that poultry and poultry products destined for insterstate and international shipments are disease free.

Setting the Standard for Egg Safety at R.W Sauder Inc, we don’t just meet safety requirements—we exceed them. We are proud participants in the Pennsylvania Egg Quality Assurance Program (PEQAP), a voluntary initiative recognized as one of the most rigorous food safety programs in the country. By following PEQAP’s strict protocols for flock testing and environmental monitoring, we provide an extra layer of protection against Salmonella Enteritidis, ensuring that every egg reaching your kitchen is as safe as it is nutritious.