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SPRINGFIELD, Mo.— Local egg producer Opal Foods donated 280,000 eggs, or 23,333 dozen, to Ozarks Food Harvest on April 1 to help feed families facing hunger across the Ozarks.

This gift is Opal Foods’ 18th Easter season egg donation, bringing their amount donated to more than 5.1 million eggs since 2008.

“We’re grateful for this generous donation, especially as neighbors in southwest Missouri continue to face rising prices, making it difficult for folks to access nutritious food like eggs,” said Bart Brown, president and CEO of Ozarks Food Harvest. “Opal Foods continues to be such a great partner, and we’re so thankful for their support in helping Transform Hunger into Hope.”

Fresh eggs are one of the most requested items from Ozarks Food Harvest’s network of 270 faith-based and community charities due to their high-protein content, nutrition and versatility. Protein is also one of the most expensive items for The Food Bank to purchase. One in 5 children and 1 in 6 adults experience food insecurity across The Food Bank’s 28-county service area.

“Opal Foods is proud to celebrate our 18th year supporting the Ozarks Food Harvest during the Easter season,” said Kurt Nelson, EVP – Sales & Marketing of Opal Foods. “Our partnership provides the opportunity to further nourish the families and communities which we serve with responsibly produced, protein-rich eggs.”

Opal Foods is a franchisee of Eggland’s Best and produces eggs in Missouri, Colorado, Iowa, and Minnesota. The company, headquartered in Neosho, employs over 600 people. The local egg producer worked with Certified Express, Inc. to deliver the eggs to The Food Bank free of charge.

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About Ozarks Food Harvest — The Food Bank
Ozarks Food Harvest is the Feeding America food bank for southwest Missouri, serving 270 faith-based and community charities across a third of Missouri. The Food Bank reaches over 90,000 individuals monthly and provides more than 23 million meals annually. Learn more at ozarksfoodharvest.org, facebook.com/ozarksfoodharvest or instagram.com/ozarksfoodharvest.

About Opal Foods
Opal Foods is a leading egg producer headquartered in Neosho Missouri, providing high-quality, responsibly produced eggs that nourish families and communities nationwide. Formed in 2014 with roots dating back to 1954, Opal Foods is also a franchise producer of the Eggland’s Best brand. The company employs more than 600 team members across operations in Missouri, Colorado, Iowa, and Minnesota. At the heart of the company is a deep commitment to the welfare of its people, its hens, and the communities it serves – growing what matters, together. For more information, visit opal-foods.com.