
Established · 11 signalseggs Canterbury

Lakeside Free Range
Multi-GenerationalOperator PassionAuthentic SourcingArtisan QualityStory RichEmerging momentumUnusual LocationMoment of CarePersonal ConnectionTradition PreservedCraft Obsession
Their Story
The overarching company, Better Eggs, boasts a rich history tracing back to 1937 with Rasmusen's Poultry Farm. This legacy was further enriched when Peter and Rita van der Heyden established Heyden Farms in 1976. A significant milestone occurred in 2020 with the merger of Rasmusen's Poultry Farm,…
What They Make
Free-range eggs (under 'Better Eggs Free Range' and 'Heyden Farms Free Range' labels), available in 6-packs and 12-packs, and various sizes including Size 7, Size 8, and Mixed Grade.
Awards & Recognition
- SPCA Certified — Certified(2023 (Forest Range farm))
- Toitū net Carbon Zero certification — Certified
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Farm visits (by arrangement)
How to Get Their Products
Supermarkets, Online retailers (Milkrun, FreshChoice)