Young Entrepreneur at UW Finds Creative Way to Combat the Egg Crisis

The avian flu (or bird flu as it is more commonly known) has been rapidly spreading in the United States, causing a nationwide shortage of America’s favorite quick breakfast. Egg prices have been on the rise as a result, drying out the pockets of college students in the U-District. While many have given up on eggs, one young entrepreneur at the University of Washington had a different idea to combat the rising prices. 

Emily's Eggs and Co is a locally grown, POC owned, fully organic farm run by Emily Mortimer of the University of Washington. The third year decided to open up shop a few weeks ago after visiting her grocery store and finding the cost of a dozen eggs unbearable. The best part- her farm is that it’s right at home.

“I’m harvesting my eggs and selling a dozen for one dollar,” said the 20 year old. “My doctor said I have about 300,000 and I’m losing them every month anyways- why not make a quick few bucks?” Emily continued to explain how her eggs… Off Leash News unfortunately missed the rest of this interview because I threw up all over my recorder and passed out. 

Emily’s Eggs had customers lined around the block, but not everyone walked out satisfied.

“That was fucking disgusting,” said Zack Martin, a first year on campus who had recently purchased a dozen eggs from Emily. “I opened up the carton and there were 12 little blood-covered dots sitting where the eggs should have been. They must have been- what? I don’t know. A hundred microns in width?” 

“I can’t say I agree with this type of advertising,” said Lilly Lilac, a grad student who spent 90% of her paycheck on Emily’s Eggs. “They taste pretty processed. I feel like they’re not organic.” 

Be on the lookout for Emily’s Eggs in the quad on Friday mornings from 10 until 2 PM, directly next to the Off Leash News table.