You Can't Judge an Egg by its Yolk

Have you ever wondered why some egg yolks are deep orange while others are pale yellow? There's a fascinating story behind those color variations—it turns out it's not a great indicator of egg nutrition.

Here's something that might surprise you: many large-scale producers add specific colorants to their chicken feed to achieve that "perfect" orange yolk, even while marketing their eggs as natural.

At Hobby Ag, we do things differently. Our hens' egg yolks tell the honest story of the seasons. During spring and summer, when our hens feast on fresh grass and insects, their yolks naturally develop a beautiful orange color. In winter, when they rely more on grain supplements, the yolks take on a lighter, golden-yellow shade.

The varying colors in our eggs reflect the real, seasonal life of a pastured hen. We never manipulate our yolk color. And regardless of the yolk's color, our eggs maintain their excellent nutritional value year-round.

What is the biggest differentiator in egg nutrition? It's all about what the hens are fed and how they are managed. 

Labels can be deceptive. You can't judge an egg by its yolk. You have to know and trust your farmer.

When you choose Hobby Ag eggs, you're choosing true transparency from a farmer who's seen both sides of the industry. Because we believe the most beautiful food is food in its honest, natural state.