| I was asked a strange question the other day – why are some egg yolks bigger than others? So, on that note – ever cracked an egg and noticed the yolk looks huge compared to others? Here’s why yolk size changes! |
| Why Are Some Egg Yolks Bigger Than Others? Age of the hen Young hens lay eggs with smaller yolks. Older hens produce eggs with bigger yolks. Breed Different chicken breeds lay different sized yolks. Diet A hen’s food affects yolk size and colour. Healthy feed = bigger, richer yolks. Egg size Large eggs sometimes just mean more egg white, but often the yolk grows too. Double yolks Occasionally, a hen releases more than one yolk. Lucky find! That’s why farm shop or backyard eggs often seem to have larger, richer yolks than supermarket eggs. Fun fact: The yolk is the most nutrient-packed part of the egg. Bigger yolk = more goodness! |
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Interesting information, Rory. Thank you for sharing.
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