Egg question

[mmgillan]

I found this stash of eggs today. My question is not being sure how old they are, can you safely float test them to check for any bad ones or chuck them all. I don't think they have been there more than 2 weeks.

 

[barneveldrerman]

I wouldn't even try to eat them especially if it's been hot out.

That's just my opinion. Some may try to do the float test but it's not worth it for me I don't want to get sick.

 

[song of joy]

Yes, you can float test them. If they float fully or partially (that is, if they stand vertically in the water), throw them out. Crack the remaining eggs individually to check each for a "bad egg" (sulfur) smell. For the ones that pass the test, use them within the next couple of days.

Another option is to cook up the eggs that pass the float test and feed them back to your flock as an excellent source of protein and nutrients.