Young’s Jersey Dairy Adapts Easter Egg Hunt Amid Rising Egg Prices, Supports Local Food Banks
CINCINNATI — As egg prices soared to record highs this year, a beloved Ohio dairy farm found a creative solution to keep a cherished Easter tradition alive while giving back to the community. Young’s Jersey Dairy, located in Yellow Springs, hosted its 42nd annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, but with a notable twist: instead of hard-boiled eggs, the farm used plastic ones for the first time.
The decision came as the cost of eggs surged nationwide, making it increasingly expensive to prepare for the event, which typically involves hard-boiling between 10,000 and 12,000 eggs. By switching to plastic eggs, the farm not only saved money but also allocated a portion of the funds to support local food banks, ensuring the event remained meaningful in more ways than one.
A Tradition That Brings Families Together
For many families, Young’s Jersey Dairy’s Easter Egg Hunt is a multigenerational tradition. Katherine Brandon, who attended the event with her grandchildren, shared her enthusiasm for the farm’s innovative approach. “They are really manageable, but you know kids will be kids,” she said with a smile. “This is their day. Let them enjoy it.”
Brandon emphasized the importance of keeping families connected through events like this. “It’s good to keep family together,” she added. “I really, truly believe that.”
John Young, the CEO of Young’s Jersey Dairy, echoed Brandon’s sentiment, describing the event as a family effort in every sense. “Most of the people out there laying eggs are our family members,” Young explained. “We stop doing things with our family, church, or whatever. We come here to put all the eggs together for the community.”
Supporting Local Food Banks
The switch to plastic eggs wasn’t just a practical decision—it also had a philanthropic impact. Young revealed that a portion of the savings from using plastic eggs would be donated to two local food banks: the Second Harvest Food Bank in Springfield and The Foodbank in Dayton. Each organization is set to receive $1,500, an amount that Young says will make a significant difference.
“One dollar helps provide four meals, so that’s a lot of meals going out to our community,” Young noted.
More Than Just an Egg Hunt
The event was about more than hunting for eggs. Each plastic egg handed out contained a ticket for a free ride on the farm’s carousel, a popular attraction enjoyed by both children and adults alike. “I love the carousel just as much as the kids do,” Brandon admitted with a laugh.
Despite the changes, the spirit of the event remained intact. Families gathered in the scenic surroundings of the farm, creating memories that will last a lifetime. For Young’s Jersey Dairy, the Easter Egg Hunt is more than an annual tradition—it’s a testament to the farm’s commitment to its community.
As the season of renewal and giving continues, Young’s Jersey Dairy has shown that even in challenging times, creativity and generosity can bring people together and make a lasting impact.
— Reported by Nexio News
