Is there a difference between brown vs white eggs? Other than the color of the shell, there is no major difference between brown and white chicken eggs. They taste the same and have identical nutritional value. Brown vs white eggs is simply an aesthetic preference.
I only want heritage layers in my assortment. Can you include those? We can't take specific requests for any breeds, as it's determined by what we have available at the hatchery that week. Your assortment will likely be a mix of heritage and hybrid breeds.
What causes a hen lay a brown egg? The unique genetics of the hen determine the egg shell color. Brown laying hens inherit a specific gene that enables them to deposit protoporphyrin (brown pigment) on the shell.
What if I just want brown eggs in my assortment? Myers Poultry also offers a hatchery choice assortment of just brown egg layers.
I'm disappointed with the breeds included in my assortment. Can I get a refund or exchange those breeds for different ones? No, we do not offer refunds or exchanges for customers that are unhappy with the breeds. If you desire a specific type of chicken, we suggest ordering those individually.
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