Mission Mountain Organic Eggs

The family-owned and operated business has been a staple in Montana, providing fresh certified organic eggs to local grocery stores through the Western Montana Growers Coop. Their farm in Ronan has been featured in various news articles, including the Missoula Independent and the Missoulian, especially noted for their unaffected status during the salmonella outbreak in Iowa.

The farm employs rotational pasturing, allowing hens to graze on fresh grass and insects while ensuring pastures recover and regrow. Eggs are candled and graded the same day they are laid, ensuring freshness. The farm avoids cold storage before candling, contrasting with larger operations that may store eggs for months. This method results in eggs that are typically within 1 week to 10 days from being laid when they reach customers.

The farm does not date stamp egg cartons due to varying state regulations and potential consumer confusion. Instead, they ensure that the date on shipping cases corresponds to the laying date. Their fresh eggs are often noted for their difficulty in peeling when boiled and their tendency to 'stand up' in the skillet, indicating freshness.