Question 1

Should I keep my eggs in the fridge?

Accepted Answer

Yes! It is best to put eggs in the fridge as soon as you get them home. Fresh eggs can last up to 6 weeks refrigerated but always check the use-by date displayed on the carton to ensure they are still safe to eat. Storing eggs in the refrigerator helps maintain their quality and reduces the risk of bacterial contamination, ensuring that you enjoy the highest quality products.

Question 2

How do you get a double yolker?

Accepted Answer

Double yolkers are typically laid by young hens just starting their egg-laying journey, releasing two yolks into the same eggshell during ovulation. Genetics also play a role in this fascinating phenomenon. While double yolkers are relatively rare, they can be found in our range of eggs adding an extra bit of joy to your cooking!

Question 3

Why are eggs in different colours?

Accepted Answer

Different hen breeds produce different coloured eggs - from bluish tones to creamy pinks and even dark brown (and yes, green eggs are real, too).

At Mason's we have a range of brown and white eggs. Some people assume brown eggs are more natural and therefore healthier, that’s not the case. Brown hens lay brown eggs, white hens lay white eggs, they both have the same nutritional value and the same great taste.

Question 4

Why are eggs different sizes?

Accepted Answer

Egg sizes vary in Australia due to factors like the chicken's age, breed, and diet, with older hens generally laying larger eggs and different breeds producing eggs of varying sizes.

Question 5

Which way up does an egg go?

Accepted Answer

For optimal freshness and yolk centering, eggs should be stored with the pointed end down and the blunt end up. Here's why:

Yolk Centering:
The air cell, which is a pocket of air at the blunt end, helps keep the yolk centered within the egg, preventing it from sticking to the shell.
Freshness:
Storing eggs with the pointed end down helps to keep the air cell at the top, which reduces moisture loss and helps maintain freshness.
Egg Anatomy
The blunt end is wider and better able to distribute pressure more evenly all over the shell. This makes for a better landing, more surface area for cushioning and less likelihood of the egg being broken as it exits the hen's body

Question 6

What is the weight of an egg?

Accepted Answer

The sizing of our dozen egg packs is outlined in the table below.

Size descriptors are derived from consumer expectations

Question 7

How do you ensure the quality of the eggs?

Accepted Answer

We take egg quality very seriously, ensuring that every carton you purchase meets the highest standards.

Here's how we ensure top-notch quality:  Modern egg grading equipment is utilized, which employs bright lights, sensors, weighing systems, and acoustic resonance analysis to evaluate each egg. This state-of-the-art technology helps determine the quality of the eggs. Only first quality eggs make it into our cartons.

Question 8

What does the stamp mean on my egg?

Accepted Answer

Egg stamping enables shell eggs to be traced from the farm to the table. This has advantages for consumers, retailers and also for producers. The main advantage for producers is that, if there is a food safety, or any other quality problem with eggs, the source of the egg can be located quickly.

Food Standards Australia New Zealand requires individual eggs and egg products to be marked with a “unique identifier”. To comply with this, all egg producers must stamp their eggs with a unique code. The process is regulated by the states so producers must refer to the requirements of the state in which their eggs are packed.

Question 9

How many eggs can I eat per day?

Accepted Answer

When it comes to incorporating eggs into your daily diet, you'll be pleased to know that the Heart Foundation currently sets no limit for healthy individuals! This means you can enjoy eggs every day as a versatile and nutritious addition to your meals. The key to benefiting from eggs is to enjoy them as part of a balanced and varied diet.

Question 10

How many calories are in eggs?

Accepted Answer

Whether you prefer boiled, scrambled, or poached, eggs are a great source of high quality protein. At just 74 calories per egg (310 kJ), they are one of the healthiest foods you can eat.

Question 11

How can I check if eggs are bad?

Accepted Answer

Simply fill a bowl with cold tap water and place your eggs in it. If they sink to the bottom and lay flat on one side, they are fresh and good to eat. A bad egg will float because of the large air cell that forms at its base. Any floating eggs should be thrown out.

Question 12

Do you need a rooster to get eggs?

Accepted Answer

It’s a common misconception that a hen is incapable of laying eggs without a rooster around. There are no roosters required and hens lay only unfertilised eggs.

Question 13

Is it safe to eat raw eggs?

Accepted Answer

It’s safe to consume raw eggs as long as some basic precautions are followed and the risks are understood. Cracking an egg into a cup and drinking it is low risk but cracking an egg into a cup, dropping some shell in it, picking the shell out with your fingers and drinking it after two hours on the bench is high risk.

Question 14

What are free range eggs?

Accepted Answer

Free range eggs come from hens that have access to an outdoor range during the day but are housed securely and comfortably in sheds at night.

Question 15

What determines the colour of the yolk?

Accepted Answer

The brightness of an egg yolk primarily indicates the hen's diet and it is not a sign of free-range farming or egg quality.

Bright yellow to orange yolks are often linked to diets rich in xanthophyll pigments, which are found in corn, alfalfa, and other feedstuffs. While some people may perceive brighter yolks as a sign of free-range eggs, this is not a guaranteed indicator, as feed additives can also be used to enhance yolk color.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I keep my eggs in the fridge?

How do you get a double yolker?

Why are eggs in different colours?

Why are eggs different sizes?

Which way up does an egg go?

What is the weight of an egg?

How do you ensure the quality of the eggs?

What does the stamp mean on my egg?

How many eggs can I eat per day?

How many calories are in eggs?

How can I check if eggs are bad?

Do you need a rooster to get eggs?

Is it safe to eat raw eggs?

What are free range eggs?

What determines the colour of the yolk?

Farm Shop

816 Anketell Road
Anketell, WA 6167
Phone: 0409 502 952
hello@masons.com.au

Opening Hours

Monday–Friday
7am–5pm
Saturday & Sunday
9am–4pm

Follow Us

© 2005 by Mason's Family Farm.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I keep my eggs in the fridge?

How do you get a double yolker?

Why are eggs in different colours?

Why are eggs different sizes?

Which way up does an egg go?

What is the weight of an egg?

How do you ensure the quality of the eggs?

What does the stamp mean on my egg?

How many eggs can I eat per day?

How many calories are in eggs?

How can I check if eggs are bad?

Do you need a rooster to get eggs?

Is it safe to eat raw eggs?

What are free range eggs?

What determines the colour of the yolk?

Farm Shop

816 Anketell Road Anketell, WA 6167 Phone: 0409 502 952 hello@masons.com.au

Opening Hours

Monday–Friday 7am–5pm Saturday & Sunday 9am–4pm

Follow Us

© 2005 by Mason's Family Farm. Powered and secured by Wix

816 Anketell Road
Anketell, WA 6167
Phone: 0409 502 952
hello@masons.com.au

Monday–Friday
7am–5pm
Saturday & Sunday
9am–4pm

© 2005 by Mason's Family Farm.
Powered and secured by Wix