From conventional and pasture-raised to omega-3-supplemented, eggs offer an incredible range of choices that extend far beyond the standard white carton. At local farmers' markets, you’ll find a vibrant palette of shells ranging from deep browns and tans to light blue and speckled, alongside specialty options like quail, duck, goose, and balut.

Much like produce, eggs are seasonal; production naturally slows in colder weather as hens take a break. Early spring marks the arrival of pullet eggs, which are smaller but exceptionally flavorful eggs from hens under a year old. While these young birds start small, most are laying large eggs by six months of age, eventually entering a brief dormancy period after a year of production to regrow feathers before starting a new cycle.