News · 4 June 2026
Sainsbury's switching to only white eggs
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Soon, your Sainsbury's own-brand eggs will only be white, as the supermarket tries to cut its carbon footprint. The UK's second-largest grocer confirmed this change after research showed white eggs have a smaller environmental impact. A study found they produce 12.7% fewer emissions, partly because the hens need less feed and live longer.
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