Delivering on our cage-free egg commitment

At CJ Schwan’s, we are announcing that we have successfully transitioned to using cage-free eggs across our product portfolio, marking a major step forward in our commitment to animal welfare and responsible sourcing.

The company committed to using cage-free eggs in all products in which eggs make up more than 5% of an item by weight. This goal was achieved at the end of 2025 through recipe reformulation and strategic sourcing partnerships.

The transition to cage free eggs involved close collaboration with suppliers and CJ Schwan’s own innovation teams to maintain the quality and taste customers expect from our products while advancing sustainability and ethical practices.

We are proud to have reached this milestone and will continue to look for ways to make a positive impact.

300,000 hours of work completed on Sioux Falls project

We recently paused construction at our new production facility in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, for a well-earned celebration honoring the crews who continue to bring this important project to life.

Construction and engineering teams working on our Asian-food facility recently surpassed 300,000 total work hours on the site, an incredible milestone.

On any given day, approximately 350 people are working onsite to build the future of our operations in South Dakota.

A Well-Deserved Thank You

To recognize the achievement, the teams gathered for a BBQ lunch hosted at the site. The meal featured brisket, pulled pork and chicken, all prepared by our engineering partner, Burns & McDonnell. The Kansas City–based firm brought their own large smoking unit, an impressive trailer-sized smoker, to cook on-site for the crews. 

Building the Future in Sioux Falls

Construction on the new production facility began with a groundbreaking ceremony on Nov. 4, 2024, and the project remains on track for an expected opening in 2027.

Once operational, the facility will produce egg rolls and steamed dumplings, support retail brands like bibigo® and Pagoda®, and deliver innovative solutions for our foodservice customers. The plant is expected to employ approximately 650 people, creating meaningful jobs and long-term economic impact in the region.