How to Clean Duck Eggs

Ducks begin laying eggs from the age of six months, and 90 percent of those able to produce eggs, lay one a day. Eggs are laid either at night or early morning, so they should be gathered first thing to prevent them from becoming too dirty. As you collect them, it is important to separate the dirty eggs from clean ones to avoid bacterial contamination. The eggs are then easily cleaned by following some basic steps.

Things You'll Need

  • Fine grade steel wool
  • Warm water
  • Clean Cloth
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Instructions

    • 1

      Gather the eggs, and collect them onto a clean plastic tray. Separate the dirtier eggs from the clean ones as you continue to prevent contaminating the good eggs with dirty bacteria.

    • 2

      Go to a kitchen or preparation area that is clean. This ensures that the eggs are handled in an environment that will not spread duck germs.

    • 3

      Use fine grade steel wool ball to remove excess debris from the shell of each duck egg. Dip it lightly in warm water if necessary to help remove the buildup of duck manure and mud.

    • 4

      Dunk a clean cloth in warm water, that is no more than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Squeeze out the extra moisture so the cloth is just damp.

    • 5

      Wipe over the surface of the egg, gently using the damp cloth. Use soft strokes and circular motions to avoid breaking or damaging the egg.

    • 6

      Replace each egg onto the plastic tray once it has been cleaned, and then put them into incubation.