Can You Eat the First Egg a Chicken Lay? Everything You Need to Know
                                
                                
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                                As backyard chicken owners eagerly await their first harvest, a common question arises: is the initial egg safe to eat? A hen's first eggs, often called pullet eggs, are perfectly safe and can be a delightful, rich-tasting reward for your patience.