The organic eggs have to be fed organic feed. That means no genetically modified corn, no artificial pesticides, etc. That’s cheaper than organic corn, making a price difference.

Another difference between organic and vegetarian-fed eggs is antibiotics. Organic chickens can’t be fed antibiotics. Not only is there concern about the antibiotics making it into the final product, but also the fact that antibiotic-fed chickens can be packed in tighter. Organic chickens lead slightly more comfortable lives than non-organic ones, because if you packed them in as closely they’d get sick.

That said, the difference in price mostly reflects what people are willing to pay. As the bit about the hormones shows, there’s a lot of marketing going on here. No matter what the picture on the box shows, organic chickens do not roam around farmyards. They’re still packed in way more closely than you would have thought possible.

Answered by Reeta K , an ibibo Master, at 9:38 AM on September 17, 2008

The organic eggs have to be fed organic feed. That means no genetically modified corn, no artificial pesticides, etc. That’s cheaper than organic corn, making a price difference.

Another difference between organic and vegetarian-fed eggs is antibiotics. Organic chickens can’t be fed antibiotics. Not only is there concern about the antibiotics making it into the final product, but also the fact that antibiotic-fed chickens can be packed in tighter. Organic chickens lead slightly more comfortable lives than non-organic ones, because if you packed them in as closely they’d get sick.

That said, the difference in price mostly reflects what people are willing to pay. As the bit about the hormones shows, there’s a lot of marketing going on here. No matter what the picture on the box shows, organic chickens do not roam around farmyards. They’re still packed in way more closely than you would have thought possible.

A note: "omega eggs" are "omega-3 eggs". Unsaturated fats come in omega-6 and omega-3. You need some of both, but most people get way too much omega-6 and not enough omega-3, causing health problems.

Answered by Shobhit , an ibibo Master, at 8:01 PM on September 16, 2008

I got a lot of information in multiple sites, I found a site that has very good information about eggs and maintaining your own pet chickens. This site not only talks about fertile and infertile eggs, it also tells you how much space would you need and how many chicken to have a daily supply of eggs. Very nice indeed.

So what did I find out? I found out that once hens reach maturity, they start laying eggs. Irrespective of wheter there's a cockerel in among the brood of hens. These eggs are infertile. Meaning they will not hatch and no chicken will come out of it. Fertile eggs are those in which a cockerel has had a part to play. After a cockerel has played its part, the eggs the hens lay will be fertile for about a week.

Also, there's no difference in the nutritional value between fertile and infertile eggs.

I'm a vegetarian myself (who eats eggs once in a while). This indeed is very good news for me -- I have the satisfaction of knowing that I still haven't killed anything to fill my stomach. There's always an ongoing debate about what's considered vegetarian

Answered by Prashant , an ibibo Citizen, at 8:02 PM on September 12, 2008

In a conversation a while back, Bahubali mentioned that chicken eggs are two kinds, fertile and infertile. Most of the eggs that are consumed are infertile. I didn't know how that would be possible, but I have learnt to listen. However, this was a very interesting topic. And since it was a topic that dealt with animals and knowing more about them, I decided I would get to the root of the matter (most of you will know I'm a great fan of the cat family -- and that I harbour dreams of having a pet tiger some day).

So today I sat down reading up on some websites that had information about eggs. While I got a lot of information in multiple sites, I found a site that has very good information about eggs and maintaining your own pet chickens. This site not only talks about fertile and infertile eggs, it also tells you how much space would you need and how many chicken to have a daily supply of eggs. Very nice indeed.

So what did I find out? I found out that once hens reach maturity, they start laying eggs. Irrespective of wheter there's a cockerel in among the brood of hens. These eggs are infertile. Meaning they will not hatch and no chicken will come out of it. Fertile eggs are those in which a cockerel has had a part to play. After a cockerel has played its part, the eggs the hens lay will be fertile for about a week.

Also, there's no difference in the nutritional value between fertile and infertile eggs.

Answered by Jitendra , an ibibo Master, at 4:28 AM on September 11, 2008

I got a lot of information in multiple sites, I found a site that has very good information about eggs and maintaining your own pet chickens. This site not only talks about fertile and infertile eggs, it also tells you how much space would you need and how many chicken to have a daily supply of eggs. Very nice indeed.

So what did I find out? I found out that once hens reach maturity, they start laying eggs. Irrespective of wheter there's a cockerel in among the brood of hens. These eggs are infertile. Meaning they will not hatch and no chicken will come out of it. Fertile eggs are those in which a cockerel has had a part to play. After a cockerel has played its part, the eggs the hens lay will be fertile for about a week.

Also, there's no difference in the nutritional value between fertile and infertile eggs.

I'm a vegetarian myself (who eats eggs once in a while). This indeed is very good news for me -- I have the satisfaction of knowing that I still haven't killed anything to fill my stomach. There's always an ongoing debate about what's considered vegetarian

Answered by Nidhi Singh , an ibibo Master, at 7:23 PM on September 10, 2008

well, The organic eggs have to be fed organic feed. That means no genetically modified corn, no artificial pesticides, etc. That’s cheaper than organic corn, making a price difference.

Another difference between organic and vegetarian-fed eggs is antibiotics. Organic chickens can’t be fed antibiotics. Not only is there concern about the antibiotics making it into the final product, but also the fact that antibiotic-fed chickens can be packed in tighter. Organic chickens lead slightly more comfortable lives than non-organic ones, because if you packed them in as closely they’d get sick.

That said, the difference in price mostly reflects what people are willing to pay. As the bit about the hormones shows, there’s a lot of marketing going on here. No matter what the picture on the box shows, organic chickens do not roam around farmyards. They’re still packed in way more closely than you would have thought possible.

A note: "omega eggs" are "omega-3 eggs". Unsaturated fats come in omega-6 and omega-3. You need some of both, but most people get way too much omega-6 and not enough omega-3, causing health problems.

Answered by Romi , an ibibo Master, at 9:36 AM on September 10, 2008

Well Raje

as per my opinion eggs are vegetarian. Vegans don't consume anything from animal origin or anything with animal products in it. Vegetarians generally do eat eggs, just like they drink milk, but it really all depends on the principle of the vegetarian. eg, I am vegetarian, but I also don't drink milk or eat eggs either on principle, but it's not always like that for everyone.

Answered by Priyanka C , an ibibo Master, at 1:17 PM on September 02, 2008

In a conversation a while back, Bahubali mentioned that chicken eggs are two kinds, fertile and infertile. Most of the eggs that are consumed are infertile. I didn't know how that would be possible, but I have learnt to listen. However, this was a very interesting topic. And since it was a topic that dealt with animals and knowing more about them, I decided I would get to the root of the matter (most of you will know I'm a great fan of the cat family -- and that I harbour dreams of having a pet tiger some day).

So today I sat down reading up on some websites that had information about eggs. While I got a lot of information in multiple sites, I found a site that has very good information about eggs and maintaining your own pet chickens. This site not only talks about fertile and infertile eggs, it also tells you how much space would you need and how many chicken to have a daily supply of eggs. Very nice indeed.

So what did I find out? I found out that once hens reach maturity, they start laying eggs. Irrespective of wheter there's a cockerel in among the brood of hens. These eggs are infertile. Meaning they will not hatch and no chicken will come out of it. Fertile eggs are those in which a cockerel has had a part to play. After a cockerel has played its part, the eggs the hens lay will be fertile for about a week.

Also, there's no difference in the nutritional value between fertile and infertile eggs.

I'm a vegetarian myself (who eats eggs once in a while). This indeed is very good news for me -- I have the satisfaction of knowing that I still haven't killed anything to fill my stomach. There's always an ongoing debate about what's considered vegetarian and what's not -- I don't want to get into that again. I've had many of those. However, I'm just happy for what I've just now discovered.

Answered by jaivir , an ibibo Master, at 7:30 PM on September 01, 2008

Hi friend,
Eggs are an optional part of a vegetarian diet. Eggs are a rich source of protein, vitamin B12, and other nutrients. Some specialty eggs contain omega 3 fatty acids, which is a good vegan source is flax oil or seeds.

Answered by kokila vani , an ibibo Advisor, at 4:41 PM on September 01, 2008

egg do not count as a meat (is ok if you're a vegetarian), not ok if you're a vegan (vEE-gan, someone who doens't eat anything from an animal - milk or eggs).Eggs are vegetarian food because it has no meat only protein.There are different types of vegetarians, according to what they will and will not eat

Answered by Seema , an ibibo Master, at 9:49 PM on August 31, 2008