CPF Expands “Eggs for Next Gen” to 1,030 Schools, Advancing Food Security Through Better Access to Nutrition

Bangkok, Thailand – On October 16, 2026, Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CPF) announced the expansion of its "Eggs for Next Gen" school nutrition initiative to 1,030 schools throughout Thailand. This expansion comes alongside the addition of 12 new schools this year, bringing the total schools reached to a significant milestone.

The program, launched in 1989, is a long-standing initiative aimed at improving children's access to nutritious food, specifically quality protein in the form of fresh eggs. By providing schools with poultry houses, equipment, laying hens, feed, and technical knowledge in various aspects of farm management, the program not only offers food for school lunches but also equips students and teachers with practical agricultural skills.

Since its inception, the initiative has impacted over 229,502 students, 17,447 academic staff, and 2,690 communities across 74 provinces. The program supports 28 million eggs per production cycle, with more than 523 individuals with disabilities having taken part in the program.

CPF's "Kitchen of the World" vision emphasizes the importance of food security, not just in terms of quantity but also access to safe, nutritious, and sustainable food. By enabling schools to produce fresh eggs locally, the program brings quality protein closer to children, supports healthier diets, and establishes a foundation for food self-reliance at the school and community levels.

Kobboon Srichai, Head of Corporate Affairs and Investor Relations at CPF, emphasized that food security requires a strengthened food system, from production to access. CPF's approach integrates technology, partnerships, and advances in biotechnology and nutrition to improve food quality and resilience, while reducing environmental impact.

The expansion of the "Eggs for Next Gen" program further demonstrates CPF's commitment to advancing food security, healthier children, and stronger communities through sustainable practices.