Frequently Asked Questions About our Farm’s Eggs

1. Which came first?
   • On our farm, the chickens. We had to wait many months for the eggs to show up.
2. What’s the best amount to purchase?
   • Depends on how much you like eggs and baking. Since they last a while, 2-3 dozen is most common.
3. How do I get your eggs?
   • Call or Text Aaron at 843 861 6519 to be put on our egg schedule today.
4. Ho many eggs per day do I need to eat?
   • The standard recommendation is 1-2 eggs a day to receive all the health benefits. I typically eat 2 easy over eggs for breakfast each day with a piece of toast. Add more if you like to bake–they’re wonderful for rich muffins.
5. Why do I want Pasture-Raised?
   • Our hens lead natural lives outdoors daily, foraging about for what God intended them to eat for nutrition. It’s humane for the chickens and science shows these are the healthiest eggs.
6. Why do I want Non-GMO eggs?
   • We choose to keep our feed just with the original seed that has been passed down over time instead of with the lab altered one since it is more natural. From research we have read, we believe that GM crops can lead to cancers and other health problems.
7. Why do I want Soy-Free eggs?
   • Soy is a phytoestrogen, so it acts like the hormone estrogen. While we do not mind purposely using Non-GMO soy sauce here and there, we do try to avoid the heavy pile up of soy in all food and animal feed today–so we’re a safe alternative.
8. How long can I keep farm fresh eggs on the counter?
   • We typically don’t need to wash the eggs from the farm, so those you can keep out a week and then refrigerate. You could do longer, but one week is my preference. Eggs bought at market were washed and must be refrigerated.
9. Do I need to wash the eggs?
   • We have a roll-out nesting box so the chickens don’t touch the eggs much which keeps them cleaner, so you can keep them out. Eggs have a natural bloom that protects them from bacteria, but once they are washed, you need to refrigerate immediately at 45degreesF or below.
10. Do I need to refrigerate the eggs?
    • If they have been washed, they must be refrigerated because they do not have the protective bloom anymore and can absorb bacteria.
11. How long do refrigerated eggs last?
    • They can keep a long time like up to 6 weeks. If you are ever unsure, you can put your eggs in a pot of water with at least 1 in. water over. If they float to the top, they are bad and you need to discard.
12. How long can you keep eggs on the counter after they have been refrigerated?
    • 2 hours or less
13. Can I reuse cartons?
    • Yes
14. Do you deliver?
    • With our big family, we prefer people to come to the farm at a farm pick-up time.
15. How much do they cost?
    • We ask for $8/dozen for our large to x-large eggs.
    • If you prefer a flat of 30, just let me know.
16. How do I buy?
    • Send a text or call to 843 861 6519
    • We’d love to be your farm!