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Questions About Eggs

How long do your eggs last?

Our unwashed eggs actually have a much longer shelf life than you may expect. Since we leave the protective "bloom" layer intact, our eggs can last up to 2 months or more in the refrigerator, but we cannot guarantee a specific shelf life. Generally,

Should I wash my eggs?

While you do not have to wash the eggs, you certainly can if that makes you most comfortable. To wash your eggs, simply place the egg under warm running water and gently rub your finger around the surface. You can also optionally use a dash of vinega

Why are my eggs so clean if they are truly farm-fresh?

The eggs we provide are largely very clean due to the diligent cleaning and maintenance of the nest boxes in our coops. However, our hens have a tendency to lay eggs in random spots around the farm, which can result in the occasional dirty egg. For t

What does "pasture raised" mean for eggs?

Unfortunately, the term pasture-raised is not regulated. So this can mean chickens live inside a barn and have access to a small door and a single pasture 365 days out of the year (which gets degraded). Eggs from truly pasture-raised chickens contain

Are your eggs organic?

We've made a conscious choice not to pursue organic certification. Instead of following a standardized set of practices (that we don't always agree with), we've developed our own more rigorous standards to produce the highest quality egg you can find

Are your eggs glyphosate free?

We've made a conscious choice not to pursue organic certification. Instead of following a standardized set of practices (that we don't always agree with), we've developed our own more rigorous standards to produce the highest quality egg you can find

Are your eggs 100% grass-fed?

The reality is that there are no 100% grass-fed chickens since chickens are omnivores, not vegetarians. Chickens are monogastric (single stomached) animals (like us), meaning they cannot get their required protein intake from grass alone (unlike rumi