World Egg Day being observed with week-long programmes

CHITWAN: The Nepal Layers’ Poultry Farmers Association is observing World Egg Day this year with a week-long series of programmes aimed at raising public awareness about the nutritional and health benefits of eggs.

World Egg Day falls on October 9 this year, with the theme “Protein that Powers and Protects.”

According to association President Binod Pokharel, awareness programmes are being conducted at schools across the country to educate students and parents about the nutritional value of eggs, their role in maintaining health and their importance as part of a balanced diet.