egg quality

[Mrs. K]

I have some layers that the whites are so thin, the yolk pops out when you fry them. I have taken to just using them for baking. I think it is because of the age of the hen - going on 3 years. But people often post on much older hens laying.

Is it her age, or just her eggs?

 

[ChickenCanoe]

It could be age but IMO 3 isn't very old.
The age of the egg and high storage temperature can affect albumen quality.
There are some diseases that can cause it. Has she been ill in the past?
Keeping ammonia low in the coop is important.
Beyond that, I'd look at nutrition.

http://www.thepoultrysite.com/publications/1/egg-quality-handbook/30/watery-whites/

 

[Mrs. K]

Thank you for the site, I think it is just the chicken, she lays a light brown egg, and lately it is alway watery.