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What is avian influenza?

Avian influenza (AI) — also called “bird flu” — is an infectious disease of birds caused by type A strains of the influenza virus. There are both low-pathogenic and high-pathogenic strains; the strains currently causing concern in the U.S. are highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The U.S. is in its fourth year of fighting the

What colors are normal on the inside of an egg?

Variation in color and appearance inside an egg is normal and can be due to many factors. A red spot near the yolk indicates a blood or meat spot. This is caused by the rupture of a small blood vessel around the yolk at the time of ovulation, or the presence of tissue during egg

Why are some egg yolks darker yellow?

Hens that are fed wheat and barley produce eggs with lighter color yolks. Hens fed green plants, corn and alfalfa produce eggs with darker color yolks. The yolk color does not indicate hen health or egg nutrition. The yolk color also has no relationship to egg quality, flavor, cooking characteristics or shell thickness.

How long can eggs be left out of the refrigerator?

Shell eggs and hard-boiled eggs need to be returned to the refrigerator within two hours. But if the temperature is 85° F degrees or above, the eggs need to be refrigerated within one hour. Dishes containing egg, casseroles and quiches, need to be served immediately and the leftovers refrigerated. If serving on a buffet, use

Can I freeze raw eggs?

Freezing is an option if you have more eggs on hand then you can use. Remove eggs from their shells, beat until just blended, and place in a sealed container. Eggs can be frozen for up to one year. To use frozen eggs, properly thaw them in the refrigerator or under running cold water. Never

Are raw eggs safe to eat?

Raw eggs or any products containing raw eggs should not be eaten. This includes cookie dough, cake mix, or other yet to be cooked foods that contain raw eggs. Even though the likelihood that an egg might contain bacteria is very small, the only way to ensure that any bacteria may be present is killed

What process makes an egg pasteurized?

In-shell pasteurized eggs have been heated in their shells to a precise temperature to destroy bacteria or viruses. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) states that pasteurized eggs may be used safely without cooking in recipes calling for raw eggs. Caesar salad, mayonnaise, meringues, eggnog and ice cream are all foods where pasteurized eggs should

Do you have tips for egg safety during Easter Egg Hunts?

After you have safely dyed and decorated your Easter eggs, it’s time to hide them! Eggs must be carefully placed, if you plan to eat them afterwards. The Egg Safety Center does not recommend hiding eggs on chemically treated lawns, potted plants, window sills, or in or near pet housing. Contaminants from those locations adhere

How are egg farms impacting the environment?

A study by the Egg Industry Center shows that egg farms have reduced their environmental footprint over the last 50 years through improved hen feed, better disease control, advancements in how hens are housed and a reduction of natural resource use. Compared to 1960, eggs farms have reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 71 percent, are

Why should eggs be refrigerated?

In the United States, it’s more than a food safety recommendation that eggs be refrigerated – it’s the law. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) determined that the best way to fight salmonella contamination is by making sure eggs are clean before they reach consumers. So, on commercial egg farms (those that have 3,000 hens

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