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    Jul 27, 2007, 11:30 AM
    How long do farm fresh eggs keep?
    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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    Jul 27, 2007, 11:47 AM
    Quote 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!
    Science NetLinks: Farming 2: Packaging and Transport
    http://www.bfhd.wa.gohttps://www.ask...HD-E-0022a.pdf
    Mother Earth News: The Original Guide to Living Wisely
    http://www.geocities.com/heartland/hills/9684/egg.html

    I am not sure how relavant these are,but I sure hope they are helpful...
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    Jul 30, 2007, 05:54 AM
    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.:)
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    Jul 30, 2007, 10:05 AM
    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!
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    Aug 1, 2007, 06:39 AM
    Eggs can be frozen for baking purposes but must be separated, white from yolk and freeze in ice cube containers.
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    Aug 20, 2010, 02:28 AM
    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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    Aug 20, 2010, 04:25 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by barter View Post
    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.
    I am confused. How do you eat an egg after it hatches? Wouldn't it be a chicken?
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    Aug 20, 2010, 08:45 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by mommichelle View Post
    I am confused. How do you eat an egg after it hatches? Wouldn't it be a chicken?
    I am sure OP means after they are laid by the chicken.

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    Nov 3, 2011, 04:24 PM
    If they don't sink, their going to stink ! ;-)
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    May 26, 2012, 08:25 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by alc253 View Post
    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!
    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.
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    Sep 1, 2012, 10:56 PM
    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.
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    Sep 3, 2012, 12:49 PM
    How long can you wait to collect your hens eggs. Egg laying here is in Florida
    No sure if temp matters
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    Oct 2, 2012, 06:43 AM
    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!!
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    Oct 10, 2012, 07:31 AM
    Hello

    I need to know that answer as well. I will ask around today and get back to you.
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    Oct 10, 2012, 08:45 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by clemson4h View Post
    I was thinking the same thing...... three months after it 'hatches'..... if it sinks its a chicken.... if it floats its a duck!!!!!
    Fresh eggs float, bad eggs sink
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    Nov 25, 2012, 10:29 PM
    CONFUSED??
    This contradicts everyone lese on this site...
    Have you read the others?

    ALL other say the floaters are BAD!!
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    Nov 25, 2012, 10:30 PM
    I mean everyone ELSE
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    Dec 19, 2012, 07:51 PM
    About 10 day.You shook on the ear.If there is sound, the egg is not fresh.
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    Dec 20, 2012, 09:49 AM
    I am reading that eggs are "good" for 4 to 5 weeks. Where are you reading 10 days?
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    Feb 10, 2013, 09:28 AM
    How long do hardboiled eggs last in a cold refrigerator ?

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