
Eggshell Quality: What is a good eggshell?
The eggshell is a vital barrier to keep the egg safe from outside effects and a membrane that helps eggs exchange gas and humidity. Lots of things about laying hens has changed dramatically such as genetics, diets, design of the buildings, etc. There is only one fact that has never changed: “The eggshell needs to be as strong as possible to maximize the number of eggs reaching the market”. Good eggshell formation requires critical macro minerals and essential trace minerals supplied in the feed.
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