Better In Bunyip

03/10/2023

Our eggs come from a wide range of chook breeds, and so our eggs are made up of different sizes, shapes and colours. Great way to show the kids that life is full of diversity!

What sorts of chickens do we have?

Standard breeds: Australorp, Buff Orpington, Columbian Wyandotte, Faverolles, Light Sussex, Plymouth Rock, Rhode Island Red
Bantam breeds: Ameraucana, Ancona, Silkie, Pekin Frizzle, Rainbow (Mixed)

But where exactly does the colour of egg shells come from?

Different breeds of chicken carry different pigment genes. The colour that a chicken lays for its very first egg will be the same colour it will lay for its entire lifetime. It’s all part of the chicken’s DNA.

White egg layers have no pigment genes. Brown egg layers have a pigment called porphyrin that creates the brown outer shell. The pigment is released near the end of the egg development, leaving the inside of the egg still white. Blue egg layers have a pigment called oocyanin. Unlike the brown, the blue pigment is released much earlier in the egg development, resulting in blue eggshell inside and out!

03/10/2023

Why ducks eggs don't taste weird... and give so you much more! 😋😍

Bigger than chook eggs, and more nutritious they are 30% higher in protein. These eggs are perfect for those who are allergic to chicken eggs, as protein is different.

Twelve reasons why duck eggs are better than chicken eggs.

03/10/2023

Why our girls' eggs taste so good! 😋😍

We feed our flock totally organic free range diet. 🥗 What does that consist of? 🧐

Green Valley Open Range Premium Layer Mix which is a blend of raw grains and a short chip protein pellet that conditions and provides a balanced ration for superior egg production, fertility and feather quality added multi-strain probiotics (Protexin) for digestive health. 🐔 As well a large variety of greens and vegetables each day as treats. 🥦 Plus they free range all day picking at lush grass and maintaining our bug population. 🪱

A hen's diet can affect how her eggs taste, but not as much as you might think.

03/10/2023

Best way to store your freshly laid eggs... 👍🐔

Eggs should always be stored pointy end down. And here's why.

03/10/2023

❀ꗥ～ꗥ❀ 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐠𝐠𝐬 ❀ꗥ～ꗥ❀
We stamp our eggs with lay dates so you can tell how fresh they are.

Eggs have a protective layer called a bloom that coats the shell. It seals the pores to reduce moisture loss and prevents the development of bacteria. This keeps eggs laid by healthy chickens fairly safe from disease and remains intact until the egg is washed.

Because many commercially sold eggs take weeks to reach the grocery store, the need for refrigeration is necessary. But with fresh eggs it’s your choice!

Eggs stored unrefrigerated should not be washed until they are used if you choose to keep on your counter top. If you choose to refrigerate, those eggs are committed. Once chilled, an egg returned to room temperature may sweat, opening pores and exposing the egg to potential bacteria.

Fresh eggs can be stored safely at cool room temperature for a month plus or in a fridge for several months. Storing fresh eggs longer than this can be safe, but may decrease overall flavour and quality.

🥚Fresh eggs with bloom intact (unwashed) can last about a month when left on the countertop at room temperature, though 2 weeks is safer. When left on the countertop in cool room can last about a month, and when in the fridge several months.

🐣Fresh eggs with no bloom (washed) can last up to 2 weeks, when left on the countertop at room temperature, though 1 week is safer. When left on the countertop in cool room can last up to 2 weeks, and when in the fridge several months.

But you should always test your egg before using. Pop in to a long glass of water. If it floats, it's ready to explode. If it lays flat on the bottom, it's fresh. If it stands upright, it's still good. Or you could just crack it in the glass and hope there's no smell!

02/10/2023

Our khaki ducks are back on the lay and we have extra to share! Laid fresh each day. 😍 Healthy girls, healthy eggs. Ducks are fed an organic mixed diet. Great for baking. Bigger than chook eggs, are more nutritious and 30% higher in protein to chicken. Perfect for those who are allergic to chicken eggs, as protein is different.
Please note, these eggs are not washed or shined, so there’s always a chance of a bit of muck on shell, but we keep pens very clean so shouldn’t be often.
Pick up Bunyip. PM for pick up. 👍🐔

02/10/2023

The girls are back on the lay and we have extra to share! Laid fresh each day. 😍 Chooks are a variety, so are the eggs! Small ones are great boiled for school lunches or coloured shells for Nanna’s special breakfast. Healthy girls, healthy eggs. Chooks are fed an organic mixed diet.
Please note, these eggs are not washed or shined, so there’s always a chance of a bit of muck on shell, but we keep pens very clean so shouldn’t be often.
Pick up Bunyip. PM for pick up. 👍🐔

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Why I love where I live! 😍

06/05/2023

Oh so sweet! 😍

08/02/2023

Say no more ☺️

05/02/2023

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22/12/2022

Shake ya tail feather… shake ya tail feather… yeah yeah!

Poor Henny Penny is going through a molt along with the other fluffy bums. 😢

12/12/2022

Today the babies discovered our new visitor to the yard… Peter rabbit! They don’t seem very impressed. 🤣

12/12/2022

Someone wants to leave their mark 🤣🤣