What to look for when buying eggs

What to look for when buying eggs Egg farmers take great care and follow food safety programs and regulations on the farm. Once the eggs are safely transported to the store, it’s up to you to keep your eggs safe. To make sure you buy safe, quality eggs, keep these tips in mind: Always purchase

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Egg safety starts on the farm: regulations & safeguards

Egg farmers, government inspectors and everyone involved in egg production want to keep the U.S. egg supply to be as safe as possible, since their friends and family eat the eggs they produce.  Egg farmers have a long history of promoting food safety with oversight from multiple government agencies. Shell eggs produced in the U.S.

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Kick off your tailgate with eggs

Today many sporting events start earlier in the day, so fans start tailgating earlier, too. With college football games as early as 11 a.m. in some parts of the country, step up your tailgating game with eggs at breakfast tailgates. The Incredible Edible Egg has recipes for breakfast-based tailgates, plus these Big Game Deviled Eggs

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Fireworks, BBQs and Eggs

Many Americans will celebrate Independence Day with barbecues, camping trips and picnics. Eggs make a natural fit for 4th of July fun – whether deviled eggs for a picnic or scrambled eggs for breakfast while camping or at the lake. Just like it’s important to handle fireworks with care and proper safety measures, eggs should

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Egg Safety

On the Farm  Providing safe, quality food for consumers is a top priority for egg producers across the United States. Egg producers start by implementing both mandatory and voluntary on-farm egg safety programs like the ones below. FDA Egg Safety Rule State Egg Quality Assurance Programs UEP “5-Star” Egg Safety Program Hazard Analysis and Critical

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Double yolks: What do they mean and are they safe?

Usually an egg includes one yolk and the egg white, but sometimes the egg will include a double yolk. If you crack open an egg and see a double yolk, is it safe to eat?

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Updated Q&A on Avian Influenza

Despite egg farmers rigorous biosecurity efforts avian influenza has been found on commercial egg farms in the U.S. Egg farmers continue to be vigilant in biosecurity measures to limit the spread of the disease.  It’s important to note avian influenza cannot be transmitted through safely handled and properly cooked eggs.  The strains of AI that

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Celebrate Quiche Loraine Day

May 20 is National Quiche Lorraine Day.  To celebrate Quiche Lorraine Day safely, make sure you start with eggs stored in the coldest part of your refrigerator in the original carton. Wash your hands before handling or preparing eggs. Make sure you adequately cook your eggs, bringing them to a temperature high enough to destroy

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Celebrate 31 days of eggs in May

Celebrate 31 days of eggs in May May is egg month and The Incredible Edible Egg, along with the rest of the food and nutrition industry, are celebrating with 31 days of eggs. Some tips on ways to make the most of your month of eggs include this Omelet Rancheros to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

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Celebrate Eggs Benedict Day in Style

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