We source our eggs from local farmers who pasture their eggs as much as possible. Multiple studies, notably from Penn State University, have found that pasture raised eggs beat industrially raised eggs in every important nutrient category, with up to three times the omega-3 fatty acids, twice the vitamin E, 7 times the beta-carotene, and 6 times the vitamin D of the industrial average. And the chickens prefer it too!
Grasshoppers has improvised on the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) model to offer a multi-farm program that provides veggies and fruit, beef, chicken, pork, turkey, milk, cheese, eggs, bread, coffee and much more. Grasshoppers eliminates the risk to you and adds to your variety each week by buying from multiple, local farms. Meanwhile, the farms have a secure market throughout the year. Your commitment helps sustain farming as a way of life in our area, and connects you to the highest quality of healthful, local food.