Apr 19
Easter has many meanings to us all. Easter was Lisa’s favorite time of the year. She’s gone but certainly not forgotten.
Easter 2012
Easter 2012
Easter 2012
Easter 2012
Apr 02
Farmers Nationwide to Contribute Nearly 10 Million Eggs to Food Banks
JACKSONVILLE (March 29, 2012) — Despite signs of economic recovery, record numbers of families in North Florida and across America are currently relying on food assistance. In fact, one in eight Americans will receive help in 2012 from local food banks. And among the most needed items are sources of high quality protein.
Jacksonville’s own Dixie Egg Company is donating more than than 72,000 eggs to Second Harvest North Florida on Thursday, March 29 at 11:00 a.m. to help families struggling with food insecurity.
Dixie Egg Company’s donation is part of a national effort, organized by the United Egg Producers and Feeding America. For the fifth consecutive spring, America’s egg farmers are giving the Easter Bunny and families in need, a helping hand by donating nearly 10 million fresh eggs. That brings the number of eggs farmers have contributed since 2008 to 60 million.
“Dixie Egg Farm is a third generation family business and we are proud to be partnering with the Second Harvest North Florida to provide much needed protein to the most needy in our community, especially during the Easter holiday season,” said Jacques Klempf of Dixie Egg Company.
For food banks across America, high quality sources of protein, such as eggs, are especially needed and valued. According to the USDA, one large egg delivers six grams of protein, along with 13 essential nutrients, including choline, folate, iron and zinc. After a review of the nutrient composition of standard large eggs last year, USDA concluded that the average amount of cholesterol was 14 percent lower, and vitamin D content was 64 percent higher, than previously measured.
More than 342,000 individuals in the Second Harvest service area are deemed to be “food insecure” – which means they might not be hungry, but they also don’t know when they will eat again.
“If you’ve ever met an egg farmer, you know just how incredibly generous and giving these men and women are,” said Gene Gregory, president of United Egg Producers. “All year long, but especially at Easter, they proudly do what they can to support the communities in which they live and work.”
Mar 27
18th Annual Charity Golf Tournament held on March 17, 2012 at Deercreek Country Club, sponsor by The Jacksonville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Guide Right Scholarship & Development Foundation.
Oct 14
Oct 13
World Egg Day is Friday, October 14, 2011. Jacques Klempf, President and CEO of Dixie Egg Company, appeared as a guest of Mr. Food. To watch the episodes click on the following links:
Jul 05
American Egg Board
Launches FunctionalEgg.org
In an effort to provide free education about the many functional uses of eggs, the American Egg Board has launched FunctionalEgg.org, a new website designed to demonstrate, through video, how incredible eggs truly are.Throughout the many videos available on the site, Shelly McKee, Ph.D, Associate Professor, Department of Poultry Service at Auburn University, Auburn, AL, guides visitors through the properties of eggs which contribute to: crystallization in ice cream, aeration in baked goods and exactly why egg whites can foam. “I was quite excited to work with the American Egg Board on this project,” says McKee. “A visual presentation of this caliber is like watching a technical paper come to life, with all the practical application information a formulator could wish in a condensed form.”
Not just meant for the curious, FunctionalEgg.org also provides Continuing Education accreditation to individuals who successfully complete the testing accompanying each video. Additionally, the FAQ portion of the site features a fantastic egg conversion chart along with answers to many common questions about the functionality of eggs. Check the site often as new videos and courses are being added regularly.
Jun 15
Egg Market Strong Despite Recession
A Recent Report Tells All
Mintel, a leading global supplier of consumer, product and media intelligence, recently conducted a survey of Americans regarding egg consumption and purchasing habits. With 94% of all U.S. households purchasing and consuming eggs on a regular basis, this report comes at a great time for the egg industry.92% of Mintel respondents agree that eggs are not only healthy, but an important part of their diet. Unfortunately, 30% of respondents eat fewer eggs than they would prefer due to misunderstandings about cholesterol. “Older egg buyers confront heart-health issues and therefore limit egg consumption because of the cholesterol. The over-55 egg buyer is a prime target for low-cholesterol eggs and egg substitutes, and could be reminded that cholesterol levels in eggs have fallen,”says Bill Patterson, senior analyst at Mintel.
As eggs are such a part of peoples lives and diets, half of the households polled stated that their purchasing habits would not change regardless of price increases. Due to the recession, many households are opting for larger volumes of eggs as a substitute for, more expensive, meats. While 88% of consumers still purchase regular white eggs, organic and cage free eggs are most widely adopted by those aged 25 to 34. Higher awareness of health and diet along with animal welfare concerns and their generational tendency to embrace natural and sustainable foods contribute to their buying habits.
Apr 12
Dixie Egg Company Donates
32,400 Eggs to Second Harvest
On April 12th, 2011 at 10a.m., Dixie Egg Company donated 32,400 eggs to Second Harvest North Florida. Since the beginning of the recession in December 2007, many of Jacksonville’s families have found themselves with food insecurity, struggling to satisfy life’s most basic necessity. Groups like Second Harvest work with corporate donors nationwide to provide nutritious food to the neediest of families.“Dixie Egg Company is a third generation family business,” said Jacques Klempf, president of Dixie Egg Company “and we are proud to be partnering with Second Harvest North Florida to provide much needed protein to the most needy in our community, especially during the Easter holiday season.”
“Corporate donations are critical to the work we do each day at Second Harvest, and we are grateful that Dixie Egg Company has so generously provided this supply of eggs for families experiencing need in our community. Eggs are a protein-rich food source that is vital for proper nutrition, and we know how important this is for children and their ability to learn. This donation will go a long way to serving thousands of families on the First Coast,” said Karen Rieley, Executive Director of Second Harvest North Florida.
Sep 15
Jacques Klempf and Cookie Monster
on the Rachel Ray Show
Educating about eggs’ role
in a healthy diet.
On the September 14, 2009 episode of the Rachel Ray Show, Jacques Klempf of Dixie Egg Company made an appearance representing the American Egg Board. He was joined by a special guest, Sesame Street’s Cookie Monster, to educate the audience on the important role eggs play in a healthy diet. Eggs are an excellent source of protein and it’s been shown that eating 2 with your morning breakfast prepares your body to burn more fat throughout the day.
During the show, Jacques also promoted The Good Egg Project: “America’s egg farmers are encouraging everybody to eat good and do good every day. So if you’ll sign up and pledge, America’s egg farmers are going to donate eggs for the hungry. Up to 1 million eggs!” Cookie Monster’s reply, “That’s a lot of eggs!” To be part of the solution, pledge your support today by visiting GoodEggProject.org
To watch a clip from the show, click here.
