AgriLife Extension experts explain how genetics and other factors can affect an egg's color, shape and shading.

Rhode Island Reds, Plymouth Rocks, and Orpingtons are brown egg-laying chicken breeds. While all three are dual-purpose breeds, reared both for eggs and for meat, the Orpingtons are also popular ...

It’s to do with the bird costs. Brown-egg-laying hens are larger birds, and bigger birds need more food. More feed equals higher costs for farmers. Plus, some brown eggs are sold as “farm ...

to be brown or white. For starters, know that non commercial eggs come in all sorts of hues - grays and blues, and greens, depending on the breed of the chicken laying them. However, most stores ...

Here are eight bird species who lay colourful and eye catching eggs. The American Robin is known for its striking blue eggs. The robin’s eggs are often speckled with darker flecks, adding an extra ...

Brushing egg wash on pastries gives them a rich, golden-brown shine and makes them look even more tempting and professional. A thin layer of egg wash helps create a crisp, flaky crust on pies and ...

To get the eggs right, place them in a single layer in a pot ... If you're dyeing, you might want to hard cook a bunch of brown eggs. The brown shells produce deeper, richer colors when dyed ...