How to Store Fresh Eggs & Know If They’re Still Good

At Choose Joy Farm, we love our hens for their personalities—but let’s be honest, the fresh eggs are the real gift! Whether you’re collecting a couple of eggs a day or filling a basket, knowing how to store them and check their freshness is essential for safety and taste.
🐔 To Wash or Not to Wash?If your eggs come in fresh and clean, don’t wash them! Unwashed eggs still have their bloom—a natural protective coating that keeps bacteria out and moisture in. These eggs can be stored at room temperature for up to 2-3 weeks.
If the eggs are dirty and need to be washed, use warm water (warmer than the egg, never cold) and gently scrub. Once washed, refrigerate them. They’ll last up to 3 months in the fridge.
🧺 Choose Joy Tip: Label your egg cartons with the date collected so you can rotate and use the oldest first.

🥚 How to Tell If an Egg Is Still GoodThe best method? The Float Test.

1. Fill a bowl or glass with cool water.
   
2. Gently place the egg in the water.
   

ResultWhat It MeansSinks and lays flatSuper fresh
Sinks but stands uprightStill good, but use soon
Floats to the topTime to toss it! Gas buildup = old egg