Established in 1987, Chew’s Agriculture Pte Ltd (Chew’s) has grown to become the largest producer of chicken eggs in Singapore. The company offers a diverse range of eggs enriched with added nutrients such as Omega 3, Omega 6, and Organic Selenium. In addition to traditional eggs, Chew’s produces pasteurized liquid eggs and is recognized as the first and only producer of Certified Humane® cage-free eggs in Singapore.
Supplying Quality Nutrition to Singapore and Beyond
Chew’s customer base spans both the Singapore and Hong Kong markets, supplying major retailers such as NTUC FairPrice, Sheng Siong, Cold Storage, Giant, Pandamart, Redmart, and Amazonfresh. The company also partners with leading food service and hospitality suppliers, reinforcing its role in ensuring a steady supply of fresh and nutritious eggs to consumers.
Understanding the critical role it plays in national food security, Chew’s is committed to supporting Singapore’s goal of producing 30 percent of its nutritional needs by 2030. The company has already scaled up its daily production to 800,000 eggs and is actively working towards increasing this figure to one million eggs per day in the near future.
Leveraging Technology for Sustainable Farming
Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Chew’s successfully launched a state-of-the-art, high-tech farm in 2020. The company strongly believes that automation and technological innovation are key to shaping sustainable farming practices in Singapore. Its climate-controlled chicken houses ensure optimal living conditions for the hens while automating the delivery of water and feed. Egg collection and sorting are also fully automated, requiring minimal human intervention.
Chew’s mission to provide fresh and nutritious produce in an eco-conscious and sustainable manner is driving its efforts to become a net zero-emission farm powered by renewable energy. The facility has its own waste treatment system, which generates electricity for its operations. The company is also incorporating solar energy and rainwater harvesting, with aspirations of achieving a carbon-neutral or even carbon-negative status.
Commitment to Animal Welfare and Ethical Farming
Raising poultry in an advanced aviary system, Chew’s ensures high standards of animal welfare. Its cage-free hens are nurtured in environments that adhere to strict guidelines, receiving a natural, plant-based diet free from hormones and antibiotics. This dedication has earned Chew’s the distinction of being the only poultry farm in Singapore to receive the Certified Humane® qualification from Humane Farm Animal Care (HFAC) in the United States. By adopting modern and ethical farming methods, Chew’s enables consumers to make environmentally responsible choices while supporting local food production.
Investing in People and Digital Transformation
Acknowledging its employees as the backbone of its resilience, Chew’s values the dedication and expertise of its workforce. Many of its employees have been with the company for years, honing their craft and contributing to its success. During the peaks and troughs of the pandemic, Chew’s prioritized their safety while ensuring uninterrupted operations.
Recognizing the shift towards digital consumer behavior, the company is expanding its online presence to cater to a new generation of internet-savvy shoppers. With a significant portion of sales now moving online, Chew’s has streamlined its digital platforms to provide a seamless purchasing and delivery experience, supported by exceptional customer service.
Recognition as an ACES Award Winner
By winning the ACES Award, Chew’s seeks to demonstrate that despite Singapore’s limited natural resources, the country is fully capable of producing its own food through world-class facilities, innovation, and perseverance. The company stands as a testament to how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can transcend traditional markets, proving that sustainable food production is not only possible but can thrive in an urbanized environment.
