We are the largest producer and distributor of fresh shell eggs in the United States, committed to offering our customers a wide range of quality egg and egg product choices produced in a safe, cost-effective and sustainable manner.
Our mission is to be the most sustainable producer and reliable supplier of consistent, high quality fresh shell eggs and egg products in the country, demonstrating a "Culture of Sustainability" in everything we do, and creating value for our shareholders, customers, team members and communities. We sell most of our shell eggs in the southwestern, southeastern, mid-western and mid-Atlantic regions of the U.S. and aim to maintain efficient, state-of-the-art operations located close to our customers. We were founded in 1957 and are headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi.
Founded by Fred R. Adams, Jr. in Jackson, Mississippi
Expanded to build world’s largest egg farm in Edwards, Mississippi
Adams Foods merged with Dairy Fresh Products and Maine Egg Farms to form Cal-Maine Foods.
Acquired egg operations of Ralston-Purina
Initial public offering on NASDAQ – began trading under ticker “CALM”
Acquired operations of Hudson Brothers, Inc. of Guthrie, Kentucky, adding 1.2 million layers
Acquired the operations of Hillandale Farms, Inc. and Hillandale Farms of Florida, Inc., increasing production capacity by 30 percent
Acquired egg production assets of Tampa Farm Service, Inc., in Dover, Florida, adding 4.0 million layers
Acquired egg assets of Pilgrim’s Pride and Maxim Production Co. – adding 4.9 million layers
Sold over 1 billion dozen eggs annually for the first time
Formed joint venture, Red River Valley, with Rose Acre Farms in Texas
Acquired Foodonics International, adding 3.1 million layers
Acquired select assets of Mahard Egg Farm, adding 3.9 million layers
Acquired remaining 50% interest in Red River Valley, adding 1.7 million layers
Made investment in MeadowCreek to focus on hard-cooked egg products
Located in Erda, Utah, adding approximately 1.2 million laying hens
Adding approximately 4.7 million laying hens with production operations in Maryland, New Jersey, Delaware and South Carolina
Completed a strategic investment with Crepini LLC, establishing a new egg products and prepared foods joint venture.
39.9M
Million laying hens
$2.3B
Billion annual net sales
1.1B
Billion dozen eggs sold annually
Committed to Sustainable Operations and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction
We are committed to managing our operations in an environmentally sustainable way. For example, we believe there is opportunity for the agricultural industry, including shell egg operations, to enhance understanding around GHG emissions tied to food production. We continue our work to inventory and eventually report our GHG emissions. For more information, see our Sustainability Reports at the link below.
“Do the right thing and then some.”
For more than 60 years, Cal-Maine Foods has been supporting the communities in which we live, work, and have influence. Our strong culture of commitment to hunger relief, charitable donations, educational support, and volunteerism strengthens and supports our local communities.
We Are Committed to Strong Corporate Governance
Strong corporate governance continues to drive Cal-Maine Foods’ ability to operate our business and create longer-term enterprise value. We are committed to accountability, transparency and ethical behavior and remain conscious of the potential impacts our business may have on the environment, society, and stakeholders.
Grow Up Healthy, Strong and Smart
There are so many ways to prepare eggs that it's hard not to love them. Eggs are nutrient-dense, which means that they provide a high level of vitamins and minerals relative to the calories they contain. Eggs are an excellent source of protein and choline, and they also contain several B vitamins, along with vitamins A and D. Whether you boil, scramble, fry, or bake your eggs, they are handy and healthful.
A Guide to Understand the Common-Egg Related Culinary Terms
Over easy or sunny side up? No matter how you like your eggs cooked, we can help you crack the code on common egg terms as described by the American Egg Board.
Learn More from The American Egg Board and the Egg Safety Center
Eggs are a nutritional powerhouse providing high-quality protein and essential vitamins and minerals for healthy living. These resources help consumers make informed choices when shopping for Cal-Maine Foods’ fresh quality eggs.
Cal-Maine Foods is a great place to work, and an employer who makes the health and safety of our employees, who continue to produce high-quality, affordable egg choices for our customers, a top priority!
Please click here, to learn more about Our People (pages 4-7), and our commitment to Human Rights.
Please click here to view our many locations across the country, then explore for specific locations and contact information via a simple web search for “Cal-Maine Foods locations in ‘your State of interest’.
Please
click here
for currently open positions.
Cal-Maine Foods is a great place to work, and an employer who makes the health and safety of our employees, who continue to produce high-quality, affordable egg choices for our customers, a top priority!
Please click here, to learn more about Our People (pages 4-7), and our commitment to Human Rights.
Please click here to view our many locations across the country, then explore for specific locations and contact information via a simple web search for “Cal-Maine Foods locations in ‘your State of interest’.
Please click here for currently open positions.
1052 Highland Colony Parkway, Suite 200
Ridgeland, MS, 39157
PO Box 2960 : Jackson, MS 39207
Phone: 601.948.6813