Chronic soft shelled eggs

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Many things can factor into thin shells. Let's go over them.

Quality of oyster shell can be the problem if the shell has degraded into small particles and powdery residue. The larger shell particles are more desirable since they remain in the intestines longer and are more thoroughly absorbed than small particles.

Inability to efficiently absorb calcium from oyster shell and food. This can be a chronic issue caused by genetics or from lack of exposure to sunlight.

Age of hen. Shells can become thinner as a hen ages.

Molt. Thin shells can occur as a hen is beginning molt. This situation resolves after her she completes molt, eggs returning to good quality.

Stress. This one is usually temporary and resolves once the stress has resided. A predator visit, a heat wave, and sickness can affect shell quality.

Too much potassium. Often spinach fed in large amounts can sap calcium and cause shell problems. Spinach also has oxalic acid which inhibits calcium uptake. Other foods high on potassium fed in quantity and also cause this. Limit treats.

I didn’t know about potassium! My girls had a few bananas the other day! Maybe I don’t have lash egg but I wonky soft shelled! I will do some more digging! Thank you!!!!