Secretary of Agriculture Tours Braswell Family Farms Ahead of Easter Celebration
In a significant visit to the heart of North Carolina’s agricultural landscape, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins toured Braswell Family Farms—a fourth-generation egg farm committed to supplying eggs for the upcoming 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll.
Connecting Farm to Table
The tour, organized by the American Egg Board in collaboration with the Braswell family, provided a vital glimpse into the journey of eggs from farm to table, culminating in their role at the South Lawn of the White House. Secretary Rollins had the opportunity to explore the farm’s facilities, witness the laying-hen flocks, and observe the meticulous processes of egg grading, processing, and packaging. The tour concluded with the preparation of nearly 40,000 hand-dyed eggs ready for the national celebration scheduled for April 6.
Discussions on Key Challenges
The visit featured a roundtable discussion that included North Carolina egg and soy producers, alongside representatives from various agricultural organizations such as the American Farm Bureau Federation and the North Carolina Egg Association. The conversation tackled critical issues faced by farmers today, including rising input costs, labor challenges, hen health, and flock security.
Significance of Easter for Egg Farmers
“Easter is the egg’s Super Bowl, and we were honored to offer Secretary Rollins a front-row seat to experience the dedication of egg farmers like the Braswell family,” stated Emily Metz, president and CEO of the American Egg Board. “America’s egg farmers take immense pride in contributing to this cherished tradition, ensuring that real eggs remain a fundamental part of the iconic Easter Egg Roll.”
A Personal Commitment to Farming
Trey Braswell, fourth-generation egg farmer and president of Braswell Family Farms, echoed this sentiment during the visit: “It was an honor to welcome Secretary Rollins to our farm and share our daily practices. Her commitment to prioritizing farmers truly resonates with us. Knowing that these eggs are headed to Washington D.C. from our farm fills us with pride.”
The Easter Tradition
In the spirit of the Easter holiday, Americans consume and decorate around three billion eggs each season. Secretary Rollins’ timely visit highlights the hard work being put forth by egg farmers across the nation, not just in preparation for the Easter festivities, but also through community events and food donations that embody the spirit of the season.
For more information, visit the American Egg Board.
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