A Natural Place to Grow
From Humble Beginnings
Our journey began with a humble vegetable and fruit garden in a ground-floor apartment back in 2013. Over the years, our passion for sustainable agriculture grew, leading us to cultivate giant garlic, watermelons, sweet melons, zucchinis, and more before finally settling in the serene landscapes of the Overberg.
Recognizing the need for expansion and the benefits of collaboration, Eggcellent Eggs embarked on a journey of growth by inviting like-minded regenerative farms to join the Eggcellent Eggs brand, and formed a collective dedicated to sustainable farming practices in March 2023.
A Year of Growth
March 2023: Vaughan, Sandra and Mitchell Cummings from Rivergate Guest Farm were our first to join the Eggcellent Eggs team.
May 2023: Steve and Karien Buys of Cape Food Farms signed up.
June 2023: After the bird flu outbreak, it greatly impacted the poultry industry. Due to the lack of availability of layers, we couldn’t get eggs, which led to a decrease in our egg production. We approached Overberg Pastures as they raise broilers (meat birds), which meant they had the infrastructure to raise layers.
September 2023: Rachel and Jannie from Overberg Pastures joined the team. They now raise our new layers from one day old to 18 weeks. They received the first batch in September 2023 of 580 Lohmann browns, and the second batch of 1200 Hylines.
February 2024: Johan Kapp of New Goshen in Stanford Rural joined and got their first coop of 300 hens with their first egg laid on 3 March.
May 2024: Judge Inglis of Ixia Country Venue is our latest farmer to join us, receiving his first coop on 11 May.
In just over 1 year of starting the collective of like minded farmers, we have doubled in size, with 11 coops and 3700 Free Range happy, healthy hens. With a further 1000 hens arriving on the farms on 11 May 2024 and another 1200 in August 2024. This will make it 17 coops with 5800 happy layers. The rest of the year looks promising and we hope to fill the remaining empty coops before the end of the year, bringing it to a total of 20 coops by the end of 2024.
Values and Mission
Our Values
At Eggcellent Eggs, we uphold a set of core values that guide our every decision and action:
● Ethical farming: We prioritise the well-being of our hens and the environment, practising ethical farming methods that ensure their health and happiness.
● Knowledge Sharing: We believe in the power of collaboration and freely share our knowledge and experiences with fellow farmers.
● Passion for Excellence: We strive for excellence in everything we do, from the quality of our eggs to the efficiency of our operations.
● Honesty: Transparency and integrity are the cornerstones of our business, fostering trust and accountability within our community.
● Customer Satisfaction: We are committed to meeting and exceeding the expectations of our customers, providing them with eggs of unparalleled freshness and flavor.
● Gratitude and Humility: We are grateful for the opportunity to steward the land and humbled by the support of our customers and community.
Our Mission
To supply nutritionally dense, fresh, quality eggs and uplift our community by involving like-minded farmers in our venture.
Our Farming Practice
Fresh and Delicious Eggs from Eggcellent Eggs
At Eggcellent Eggs, we embrace a natural and sustainable approach to farming. Our hens are free to roam outdoors, indulging in their natural behaviours and enjoying the fresh air and sunshine. We supplement their diet with non-GMO feed, ensuring that they remain healthy and nourished. By prioritising the well-being of our hens and the environment, we produce eggs of exceptional quality that reflect our commitment to ethical farming.
Our Team
Sasha & Terry
At the heart of Eggcellent Eggs is a diverse and passionate team led by Sasha and Terry Georgiev at Georgiev Farms. Sasha, originally from Bulgaria, brings a rich familial history of farming, instilling in him a deep appreciation for the land. Terry, went to an agricultural school and with a lifelong dream of farming, embodies our ethos of dedication and perseverance. Alongside the Georgiev’s, our team includes Thomas, Ebraheem, Shaban who are employed at Georgiev Farm. As well as the members in our collective, each contributing their unique expertise and commitment to our shared vision.