What Is Safe To Use For Marking Eggs?

[gardenak]

I keep reading about marking the eggs so you know what side to turn them to, and I've got 2 different batchs going in so I want to mark those also. Wouldn't pencil come off? If just handling the eggs can be bad, I can't see using a permanent marker?

Thanks for the help.

 

[BuffaloWings]

I have always used pencil. Since you keep handling to a minimum, It really stays on well. You certainly don't want to use anything that could clog the pores of the egg.

 

[bigstack]

Almost anything. even felt tip permanent marker is ok.... NOT suggested but it is ok! The inner membrane keeps it from reaching the chicks. I personally use a pencil (dull) but have heard alot of people using permanent.

God Bless!

 

[azn_baddie]

I used pencil on mine.

 

[gardenak]

Thanks, pencil it is.

 

[Fairybee]

may sound stragne but my friend uses bingo pens one dot each side in diffrent colours and its none toxic and doesnt rub off easy