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Two brown free-range hens perched on a tree branch, representing Kaimai Free Range Eggs at Cambridge Farmers' Market.
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Kaimai Free Range Eggs

4.4(29 reviews on Google)

Kaimai Eggs was founded by Otto McGirr and his family in 2011, initially as Otto's Egg Company.

“Subscription Boxes/Click-and-collect:** Click-and-collect is available through some supermarket platforms like FreshChoice.” · “This makes them a brand that not only provides excellent products but also invests in the well-being of their region.”

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Their Story

Kaimai Eggs was founded by Otto McGirr and his family in 2011, initially as Otto's Egg Company. After years in dairy farming, Otto recognized a growing consumer demand for free-range chicken products and ethical farming practices. His core philosophy was rooted in the belief that animals should not…

What They Make

Kaimai Eggs offers two main ranges: Kaimai Eggs (their retail brand) and Otto's Eggs (their original range, often supplied wholesale). Both ranges include Free Range and Barn Eggs. Specific retail products include Kaimai Free Range (Dozen, Size 7) and Kaimai Free Range (Dozen, Mixed Grade). Eggs are carefully collected daily and graded by size, from tiny first eggs to super-jumbos.

How to Get Their Products

Direct Sales

725 State Highway 1, RD 8, Whangārei 0178, New Zealand

Customers can purchase Kaimai Eggs through various channels: online purchase and delivery via grocery platforms such as Milkrun, Woolworths NZ (formerly Countdown), New World, PAK'nSAVE, and FreshChoice. They are widely available in physical supermarkets across New Zealand, including Countdowns, New World, 4 Square stores, PAK'nSAVE, and FreshChoice in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato regions. Karlene and Jim also attend Waikato Farmers' Markets every Saturday and Sunday morning. Otto's Egg Company supplies wholesale to local eateries, and Kaimai Eggs are enjoyed in many cafes around the Bay of Plenty. Click-and-collect options are available through some supermarket platforms like FreshChoice.

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