The Asia Protein Transition Platform is committed to promoting responsible and sustainable business practices, and encourages food companies to utilize cage-free egg Impact Incentives (book and claim credits) as a valuable tool for meeting their cage-free egg commitments, particularly in markets where transitioning the physical supply chain presents significant challenges. We recognize that many food businesses have made ambitious commitments to source 100% cage-free eggs including in Asia, often with 2025 target dates, while other companies are looking to source cage-free eggs now and in future. We understand that in some regions, especially in Asia, the cage-free egg supply remains limited. In addition to physical sourcing of existing cage-free eggs, this solution enables companies to fulfil their pledges and procurement in a timely manner, while supporting the growth of the cage-free egg industry and consumer interest.

Cage-free Impact Incentives offer several key advantages to bridge the gap in physical cage-free egg sourcing:

Speedy Implementation: Companies can begin supporting cage-free production immediately, without waiting for supply chain mapping or producer transitions.

Flexibility: Credits are not tied to egg shelf life and can be consolidated regionally, allowing for efficient management.

Operational Efficiency: Businesses can support cage-free farming without disrupting existing supply chains or risking continuity.

Direct Farmer Support: Premiums go directly to cage-free farmers, incentivizing increased production.

Inclusivity: The system allows participation from producers of all sizes and locations.

Stakeholder Endorsement: Major animal advocacy groups recognize impact incentives as a valid means of fulfilling cage-free commitments.

We encourage food businesses to incorporate cage-free Impact Incentives into their strategies for meeting animal welfare goals, especially in challenging markets. This approach demonstrates a genuine commitment to improving farm animal welfare while acknowledging current market realities.

The Asia Protein Transition Platform will view the use of cage-free Impact Incentives favourably when assessing companies’ progress towards their cage-free pledges. We believe this innovative solution can play a crucial role in accelerating the global and regional transition to cage-free egg production and sourcing.