In Fallon, where neighbors know your dog's name and honk as they pass your driveway, a new wave of small-town entrepreneurship is taking root—right in the chicken coop.
With egg prices flying higher than a startled hen, two local families have found a charming solution: farm stands stocked with fresh, colorful, locally laid eggs. And judging by the cluck of approval from the community, it's going over easy.
Morgan Mace has turned her flock's daily effort into a full-fledged egg stop off Carson Highway. Her self-serve farm stand at 14066 Carson Highway offers eggs in all shapes, sizes, and shades—thanks to the "happy hens" working hard behind the scenes. "We're proud to be producer-certified," Morgan said. "It means our customers get top-quality eggs with every dozen." The stand runs on a good old-fashioned honor system and cash payments, but mobile payment options are in the works.
Meanwhile, just a scenic drive away on Indian Lakes Road, Nora Tucker is making mornings brighter with what she calls "eggs laid by the most spoiled ladies in town." At 2966 Indian Lakes Road, Nora's stand features a rainbow of eggs from a delightfully diverse group of hens. "Our eggs vary in size and color because our hens are as unique as they are pampered," she said. You might even spot a few deer along the way, grazing near the road like regular customers.
In true Fallon fashion, both stands are self-serve, trust-based, and rooted in community spirit. No bells, no buzzers—just a simple setup where neighbors support neighbors, and everyone benefits from a fresher breakfast.
So whether you're whipping up a Sunday scramble or just want to shake up your grocery routine, these backyard eggpreneurs are ready to serve.
Support local. Eat fresh. And give a little love to the ladies who lay.
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