We're Abbie, Shane, Locky, Lyla and Finn
What began with just six backyard hens has grown into Orchard Valley Farms — a family-run free-range egg farm based in Maramarua, Waikato.
We're all about living simply, farming ethically, and feeding families well. This is our story and we're proud to be part of yours!
At the heart of our farm is a simple belief — that animals deserve a good life, and happy hens make better eggs.
Free to roam. Fresh to you.
Abbie brings years of experience as a veterinary nurse, and a lifelong love of animals. Animal welfare isn't a policy here — it's part of who we are.
Though builder by trade, Shane comes from a long line of farmers. Farming is in his blood, and he keeps our fences strong and our farm is well maintained to ensure our hens are safe, healthy, and living their best life.
The farm is a true family effort. Our children Locky, Lyla and Finn are growing up alongside the hens, learning where food comes from and lending a hand wherever they can. From morning farm duties to delivering eggs at your door, we do it all together.
Today we're home to over 6,000 free-range hens roaming our pastures freely, doing what hens do best — and producing eggs we're genuinely proud to deliver fresh from our farm to your home every week. 🥚
Life at Orchard Valley Farms
Our girls get up to 12 hours of sunlight each day (dependant on season), roaming and scratching as hens do.
We believe in medicating only when necessary. Our eggs are hormone and antibiotic free.
If a hen becomes unwell or injured, we treat her only when necessary, always prioritising her welfare. Any medicated hens are cared for separately, and there is no egg withholding period, meaning the eggs remain safe and unaffected.
Unwell or injured hens are assessed and, if needed, moved to our nursery cages, where they’re treated and monitored daily until they’re well enough to return to their friends.
Never run out of eggs again.
We make things that work better and last longer. Our products solve real problems with clean design and honest materials.