Overview

• Sachsen produced approximately 961 million eggs in 2024, marking a 70 million egg increase from the previous year.
• The region now accounts for nearly 7% of Germany's total egg production, ranking among the top five egg-producing regions nationwide.
• Organic egg production rose by 15% to 55 million eggs, while 85% of eggs were produced using floor housing systems.
• Cage rearing has been completely phased out in Sachsen, reflecting a shift toward more sustainable production practices.
• Productivity per hen increased, with the average hen laying 311 eggs in 2024, nine more than the previous year.