This week's Ag Report on Greening of the Great Lakes features Val Vail-Shirey, executive director of Michigan Allied Poultry Industries (MAPI). May is National Egg Month, and Vail-Shirey highlights the economic contributions of Michigan's egg producers and the nutritional benefits of eggs.
"Michigan is home to eight commercial egg laying operations that produce over 13 million eggs per day," said Vail-Shirey. "In fact, Michigan egg producers are the primary supplier of eggs for fast food restaurants east of the Mississippi. Eggs aren't just abundant; they're also nutritious, healthy, affordable and easy to prepare."
Vail-Shirey highlights the nutritional benefits of eggs as a great source of both protein and vitamin D. Today's eggs contain 64 percent more vitamin D than ever before, helping to prevent osteoporosis and build strong bones. One large egg contains more than 6 grams of protein and 13 essential vitamins and minerals for just 70 calories.
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The Ag Report on Greening of the Great Lakes is brought to you by the Agricultural Leaders of Michigan. It airs weekly on News/Talk 760 WJR and features voices from Michigan's growing agriculture sector.