In 2009, an estimated 62.1 million metric tons of eggs were produced worldwide from a total laying flock of approximately 6.4 billion hens. There are issues of regional variation in demand and expectation, as well as current debates concerning methods of mass production.
Olives are not toxic to cats, but have little nutritional value. Green olives and pimentos contain chemicals similar to those found in catnip, so some cats may be especially excited by olives.
Cats may taste plants that aren't good for them, such as geraniums. Some plants, including flowering varieties, are poisonous or toxic to cats. Geraniums (Pelargonium spp.) are one such plant that is mildly harmful to both dogs and cats.Cats, being the curious creatures they are, may nibble on or even swallow parts of a geranium.eraniums. The type of geraniums harmful to cats are scented geraniums (Pelargonium spp., hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10 and 11). Some varieties of this plant have strong fragrances, such as citrus, apple and peppermint, making them useful to the perfume industry.