Eggs, chicken. Farm, pasture-raised, free-range. 1 dozen (12). Farm fresh and Freeze Dried.

Free range chicken eggs from the farm. Price per dozen (12). Unwashed. There will be a mixture of colors - blue, beige and brown eggs - and sizes (medium and large). The hens are Ameraucana (blue eggs), Barred Rock (brown eggs), Barnvelder (brown eggs), ISA Brown (brown eggs), Naked Necks (extra large beige eggs) and Rhode Island Red (brown eggs).

When a hen lays an egg, it comes with a natural protective coating called the “bloom” or “cuticle.” This thin, invisible layer seals the egg’s porous shell, helping to prevent bacteria from entering and keeping the egg fresh for a longer period.

In many countries, especially in the U.S., eggs sold commercially are typically washed, sanitized, and sometimes refrigerated to meet food safety regulations. Washing removes the bloom, dirt, and any potential contaminants, but it also makes the shell more permeable, which is why refrigeration is often required afterward to maintain freshness and safety.

Unwashed eggs, on the other hand, retain their natural bloom and are often left at room temperature in places like Europe, where regulations prioritize keeping the bloom intact over washing. As long as the eggs are stored properly and the shells remain uncracked, they can stay fresh for weeks without refrigeration—typically up to a month or more.

If refrigerated, unwashed eggs can remain fresh up to 2-3 months.