How Often Should You Pick Up Eggs for Optimal Freshness?
                                
                                
                                •
                                
                                
                        
                                    
                                    4 min read                                
                            
                                According to agricultural extension services, most hens lay the majority of their eggs by 10 a.m. daily. For backyard chicken keepers, this daily harvest is a rewarding part of the experience, but the timing and frequency of egg collection are critical for maintaining egg quality, ensuring food safety, and preventing problems within the flock.