We got a dozen eggs from our neighbor, his father's chickens had produced more than they could all use. I'm wondering how long I can expect them to last - and how long is too long for keeping them. Also, is there a way to tell when an egg has gone bad?

Thank you!

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Originally Posted by alc253

We got a dozen eggs from our neighbor, his father's chickens had produced more than they could all use. I'm wondering how long I can expect them to last - and how long is too long for keeping them. Also, is there a way to tell when an egg has gone bad?

Thank you!

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Farm eggs last longer than store bought because you eliminate the packing and store from the picture.I would say a month,I raise chickens and have kept them longer,but to be safe a month is good.You can fill your kitchen sink half full of water,then place the eggs down in the water.If the egg floats, it is not good.Eggs from a farm are richer than most store bought eggs.The yolk is usually deep orange,and extra yummy.:)

Thank you so much! This is very helpful - as I would like to continue to buy farm eggs for my family.

I really appreciate it!

Eggs can be frozen for baking purposes but must be separated, white from yolk and freeze in ice cube containers.

I eat eggs from my chickens up to 3 months after they are hatched. If in doubt place them in cold water. If they sink to the bottom they are still good to eat. If they float, they are not good.

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Originally Posted by barter

I eat eggs from my chickens up to 3 months after they are hatched. If in doubt place them in cold water. If they sink to the bottom they are still good to eat. If they float, they are not good.

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I am confused. How do you eat an egg after it hatches? Wouldn't it be a chicken?

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Originally Posted by mommichelle

I am confused. How do you eat an egg after it hatches? Wouldn't it be a chicken?

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I am sure OP means after they are laid by the chicken.

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If they don't sink, their going to stink ! ;-)

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Originally Posted by alc253

We got a dozen eggs from our neighbor, his father's chickens had produced more than they could all use. I'm wondering how long I can expect them to last - and how long is too long for keeping them. Also, is there a way to tell when an egg has gone bad?

Thank you!

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If you have a question about weather the eggs are good there is a test you can do. It may seem to simple but it works.Put the eggs in a container with enough water th cover the eggs. If they float they are bad.

Yes in water is a good way of testing eggs, but to be more crompehensive:
When the eggs stay flat down under water, they are very fresh, if they want to go upright they are probably at least 2 to 3 weeks old.

This test has all to do with how big the air chamber is inside the egg.
The older the egg the more it dries out and the bigger the air chamber gets, which in turn makes them wanting to float.

How long can you wait to collect your hens eggs. Egg laying here is in Florida
No sure if temp matters

I was thinking the same thing... three months after it 'hatches'... if it sinks it's a chicken... if it floats it's a duck!!

Hello

I need to know that answer as well. I will ask around today and get back to you.

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Originally Posted by clemson4h

I was thinking the same thing...... three months after it 'hatches'..... if it sinks its a chicken.... if it floats its a duck!!!!!

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Fresh eggs float, bad eggs sink

CONFUSED??
This contradicts everyone lese on this site...
Have you read the others?

ALL other say the floaters are BAD!!

I mean everyone ELSE

About 10 day.You shook on the ear.If there is sound, the egg is not fresh.

I am reading that eggs are "good" for 4 to 5 weeks. Where are you reading 10 days?

How long do hardboiled eggs last in a cold refrigerator ?