National Eggnog Month – Make It Safely!

  Did you know eggnog dates back to the 13th century?  Today variations of this thick, spiced egg and milk drink are enjoyed in countries around the world. December is National Eggnog Month, and this is a favorite drink for many families during the holidays.  Eggs are the starring ingredient, and the FDA  recommends using

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See how egg farmers assure hen health and disease prevention

Biosecurity reflects a variety of measures and best practices relied on by U.S. egg farmers to assure hens are healthy and to prevent disease from entering egg farms. Egg farmers have put an array of biosecurity protocols in place on their farms; from limiting visitors and setting up perimeter zones to monitoring flock health and

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Floating eggs: a bad egg, or just buoyant?

You may have noticed some eggs float in fresh water, while others don’t and have wondered what this means for egg quality.  While it’s been said that means the eggs have gone bad and should be thrown out, a floating egg does not necessarily equal a bad egg. Eggs have an air cell that becomes

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Celebrate World Egg Day on October 13!

Small but powerful, eggs are an international sensation. On World Egg Day Oct. 13, events around the globe will celebrate the nutritious goodness of eggs – and the families who produce them. Eggs play a vital role in feeding people around the world, in both developed and developing countries. Providing excellent hen care is a

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The Incredible Edible Tailgate

When most people think of tailgating, they think of meat smoking on the grill or a pot of chili simmering, but with sporting events stretching earlier into the morning, fans are expanding their menus to breakfast options. College football games kick off as early 11 a.m. in some areas of the country, so fans wanting

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Why do we refrigerate eggs and other countries don’t?

When Americans travel abroad and visit a market or grocery store, some may encounter eggs for sales nowhere near a refrigerator.   The Egg Safety Center has many readers who often ask a similar question: why is it safe to eat room temperature eggs in some parts of the world, but not in the USA?  The

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Keep Your Eggs Safe When the Power Goes Out

Summer thunderstorms can cause power outages, resulting in your refrigerator losing power and raising questions about the safety of the food inside.  When the power goes out, it is important to understand how to keep your food safe.   Planning can help minimize the potential loss of food and reduce the risk of foodborne illness. Once

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The Heat is On So Keep ‘Em Cool

No matter where you live, it’s probably pretty safe to say the so-called “dog days of summer” are here. This time of year brings a lot of questions to the Egg Safety Center regarding egg refrigeration and freshness since summer brings a lot of great things like picnics and camping. However, these outings can easily

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Happy National Egg Month!

May is here and it’s National Egg Month! Eggs are an excellent source of protein to help you stay full and energized throughout the day. Not only are eggs nutritious and affordable, they are also very easy to prepare in many different ways. Eggs can be boiled, fried or scrambled and used in a variety

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Enjoy Easter a Little Longer with Blown Out Colored Eggs

Blowing out eggs is a fun, safe alternative to hard-boiling. Dyed egg shells can be displayed for several days or even weeks. Plus, you can still use the eggs for cooking. You might consider making blown out eggs this Easter because of food safety. Hard-boiled eggs should not be kept out of the refrigerator for

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