Seeing poop on eggs does not mean chickens have worms, no. It’s possible the hen does have worms, but this is not why poop is on the egg. It’s more likely due to how clean their living conditions are. How Can You Tell if a Chicken Has Worms? Seeing poop on eggs is not a …
To wash or not to wash, that’s the question a lot of people ask before cracking some eggs. So, should you wash eggs before cracking them or not? – In this article, I take a look at what’s recommended. Should You Wash Eggs Before Cooking Them? I’m not going to lead down the path of …
There are a few ways you can store fresh eggs from your chickens so they last longer. How we do it here is by collecting them in cartons or buckets with straw in. Then we put some in an egg skelter to be used within days and store the rest in the fridge. How To …
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Is blood in an egg bad? Does it mean the chicken was ill? Are there any dangers to eating what’s known as “meat spots” in eggs? I think we all remember the first time we cracked open an egg and found a small spot of blood inside. It’s a little gross, I think everyone will …
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Silkies are one of the most lovable, friendly, cute, and fun backyard chicken breeds. They are certainly the most unique and distinguishable, there’s no denying that. They also lay interesting eggs, here’s everything you need to know about Silkie eggs: Can you eat Silkie chicken eggs? Absolutely! Their eggs are smaller than your average hen …
Rhode Island Reds are one of the best breeds for egg-laying. They produce around 250 eggs per year, which is 5-6 eggs a week. Their eggs are medium to large in size and have the classic light brown color. Are Rhode Island Reds Good Layers? If you’re looking for a chicken breed that will produce …
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If you’ve been to the beautiful Hawaiian island of Kauai, you would have noticed the huge population of wild chickens roaming around. Some locals like them, some are indifferent, and some find them annoying. Especially the early morning rooster wakeup calls and constant foraging for food. It does raise some interesting questions though. Can you …
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Wondering what determines chicken egg color? Or, if there is a way you can tell what color egg a chicken will lay by looking at them? The good news is that, yes. You can tell what color eggs a chicken will lay by looking at them. How exactly? By taking a look at the color …
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