At Ayers Valley Farm, we have committed to only providing our customers with the best quality products, which means that all our eggs are ethically sourced. Our farm raises our hens on pasture and without antibiotics, feeding drugs, or GMO grains. We pass on the difference in quality and taste to you. Because we eliminate much of the freight and warehousing time spent by conventional laying hen operations, we're able to recommend a six-week shelf life on our Pasture-Raised Eggs.
The eggs we offer are pasture packed, meaning the bloom is left on.This protective layer is a coating on the outside of the egg that the hen leaves. The bloom seals the shell pores, preventing bacteria from getting inside the shell, and reduces moisture loss from the egg--all designed to make the egg last longer.
The bloom is not harmful, and because it is left on, the eggs do not require refrigeration--they can be left out on your countertop or pantry until you are ready to use them. For use, we recommend washing the eggs with lukewarm water only, and once washed, they should be refrigerated. Regardless of whether you leave them out or wash and refrigerate them, they have a 6-week shelf life!
