A CARMARTHENSHIRE business which also has a presence in Pembrokeshire has highlighted the provenance of its eggs, following news of a national salmonella outbreak.

“When we say local, we really do mean local,” said Chris and Ann Rees of Albert Rees’ Carmarthen Deli, who also run a regular weekly stall at Pembroke Dock Market on Friday mornings.

“You may have seen eggs in the news this week following a national Salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs used in the foodservice industry.

“So we thought it was a good opportunity to tell you exactly where our eggs come from.

“The free-range eggs on our shelves come from Fforest Isaf Farm Eggs near Kidwelly — just a few miles from Carmarthen and even closer to our Carmarthen Ham workshop.”

These are Quality Assured Welsh free-range eggs, laid in Britain, from Salmonella-vaccinated flocks, produced just down the road from a known local producer and supply chain.

The Laid in Britain assurance scheme includes Salmonella controls, vaccination, traceability, biosecurity and independent auditing.

“For us, buying local isn’t just about supporting other Welsh businesses. It’s about knowing where our food comes from, how it’s produced and who produces it,” added Chris and Ann.

“And in this case, it really doesn’t travel very far at all.”