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All About Eggs

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Egg Production

Store-Bought Eggs vs. Farm-Fresh Eggs. What’s the Real Difference?

When it comes to eggs, not all are created equal. I never fully understood just how different they could be until I…

Egg Production

How to Clean Fresh Chicken Eggs the Right Way

  There’s something so special about walking out to the coop to collect fresh eggs! The hard shells, rich yolks and buttery…

Egg Production

Can I Eat Fairy Eggs

Backyard chicken keepers love the little surprises their hens leave in the coop, and one of the most curious finds is the…

Egg Production

How Old Are Chickens When They Start Laying Eggs?

I’ll never forget the first time I thought my hen, Coco, laid her first egg. I was so excited I told the…

Egg Production

What Is the Rarest Color of Chicken Egg, and Who Lays It?

When most people picture chicken eggs, the familiar whites and browns come to mind first. But step into the world of backyard…

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How to Candle an Egg (and Spot a Growing Chick!)

How to Candle an Egg and Track Chick Development It’s spring, and for many backyard chicken keepers, that means one thing: new…

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How Many Eggs Does a Chicken Lay in a Day?

It’s spring, and you know what that means! Backyard flocks are booming. Thanks to rising egg prices, baby chicks are flying off…

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How to Care for Cracked Eggs in an Incubator

How to Handle Cracked Eggs During Incubation Safely Incubating eggs is an exciting but sometimes stressful journey. I’ll never forget the first…

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Uses for Duck Eggs

If you’ve ever been curious about trying duck eggs, then this article is for you! Side by side, the duck egg is…

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Can Chickens Eat Eggshells

Chickens are known for their quirky eating habits and foraging for interesting snacks right in your backyard. If you’re new to raising…

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