How long do eggs keep in the fridge?

SecretHavenFarm

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I know I should really know this lol, but I have just moved out on my own and never really payed attention to how long my keeps her eggs.

I will be getting some laying hens, I plan to pick up the eggs everyday and put them into a carton in my fridge. But how long does and egg actually keep in the fridge?

Also when cleaning the eggs, is water and soap enough? Or do I need a special egg cleaner?
 
I would say about 3-4 weeks, but I always do the float test. Do that before you use them. If the egg floats, toss it in the trash.

I rinse the eggs off before I use them, so that that water temp is warmer than the egg.
 
Fresh eggs should be good in the fridge for a few months and you shouldn't wash them at all...it will remove the protective "bloom" to allow bacteria to enter.
I do rinse mine sometimes, especially where there is poo on them.
 

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