Dr Schär now uses 100% cage-free eggs worldwide

Dr. Schär, a leading provider of gluten-free and special nutrition products, today announced a significant animal welfare milestone: 100% of all eggs used across its production sites worldwide now come exclusively from barn-raised, cage-free hens.

The achievement marks the successful culmination of a rigorous, nine-year supply chain initiative that began in 2016, aimed at enhancing quality and animal welfare standards globally.

“Achieving the exclusive use of cage-free eggs in all our sites represents a key milestone in Dr. Schär’s vision,” stated Hannes Berger, CEO of Dr. Schär. “This is not just a production milestone, but a concrete commitment to a more sustainable future, combining quality, animal welfare and responsibility toward our consumers.”

The move sees Dr. Schär voluntarily exceed current regulations in several markets. While countries like the United Kingdom perform well in cage-free adoption, a significant portion of European hens (38.1%) are still raised in enriched cages. The European Commission is currently considering a complete ban on all cage systems, expected by the end of 2026.

By completing this transition by the end of November 2025, Dr. Schär confirms its long-standing commitment to responsible sourcing, which often anticipates local regulations and market trends. The company’s efforts, involving years of gradual implementation, supplier collaboration, and continuous audits, ensure that the eggs used in its specialty products meet high standards of quality and animal welfare.

Dr. Schär stated it will “continue to innovate and guide the value chain, demonstrating that sustainability and quality can go hand in hand.”