Best Tips to Sell Eggs From Your Home

Did you get the chicken itch? You know, when you start out with just six chicks, they grow, and all of a sudden, you have the urge to add variety to your flock? I know we’ve been there.

We got that chicken itch when we moved to our farmhouse just over a year ago. We transferred our six hens from our city house, where they were in their coop, all the way out here in the country.

We free-ranged those little beauties in the city, and I was the crazy chicken lady making sure they didn’t cross the street to Walmart.

Out here with acreage, we got carried away and came home with over 20 chicks.

Today we have around 27 chickens with more on the way! (One of our hens is sitting on eggs for the first time!)

Tip: Wondering when your hen is going to lay an egg? Read this. 

We had an old barn that was used for poultry years ago that fell down a few months after we moved in. We love old barn wood and the look of it so my husband made a farm stand out of it. I knew that I could grow more vegetables in the garden to sell along with our eggs.

BUT we all know how first times go, and when it comes to country living first times, you always hope others can avoid your mistakes.

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Here is what we learned after starting our farm stand. We’ve had it up for about a year and a half now and have multiple people stopping daily. Just in the past couple of weeks, I have been turning people down because I don’t have enough hens…hmmm… how to solve this problem?! 😉

HOW MANY EGGS DO YOU NEED?

First things first, look at your family size and how many eggs you will eat. On average, a family should be good with two to three hens. Remember that hens lay one egg a day, and possibly, around year two, they will slow down to every other.

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Figure out how many your family will use in a week on average. Then figure out how many extra eggs you will have or need to sell.   Will you sell a dozen a day? Two dozen?

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WHERE TO SELL YOUR EGGS

Where and what will you sell your eggs? I have seen several people have a large sign with just the eggs in a cooler at the side of the road. Others go for farm stands. If you fall in love with the Pinterest farm stands, consider the cost and materials. If you sell eggs, you may not need such a large stand.

SIGNAGE

This was a mistake we made in our first year. I didn’t have a large enough sign. Just a few months ago, I scored some lovely big stick-on letters at Michaels that I am now using.

I added some flowers to draw more attention. Since I put that sign up, more people have stopped every day. They notice the farm stand, but it doesn’t draw attention like a simple sign.

We used this black chalkboard paint on the sides of the farm stand so I could write eggs. That’s all I had in the beginning, and it still worked. I like the look of it.

It hasn’t held up so well on the weather side, but I have plenty of paint to touch it up every spring.  I should have reviewed the lettering before this picture, but you know how it is.

We did have a large dry-erase board that I thought was okay. When I put up the sign below with just eggs, it seemed to attract more buyers.

My husband also put up two of these white Eggs sign. Our driveway works great for buyers to pull up on either side. There is also enough room in front for someone to pull up right next to the stand leaving room for other cars to pass by.

After a few years of homesteading, staying organized is essential. This backyard chicken planner has a spot for everything, especially when you start selling eggs.

Building Your Brand

In a market filled with options, your brand is what sets you apart. Your branding encompasses everything from the name of your business and your logo to the packaging of your eggs and your marketing strategy.

Focus on creating a brand that reflects the quality and values of your product. Are your eggs organic, free-range, or from a specific breed of hen? Highlight these unique selling propositions in your branding.

Expanding Reach

While selling to neighbors and friends is a great start, expanding your reach can significantly boost sales. Online platforms such as social media and local farm directories are excellent for promoting your products.

Additionally, participate in local farmers’ markets, food fairs, and community events to increase visibility. Networking with local restaurants and cafes can also open up new avenues for business growth.

Sustaining Success

Maintaining high standards and customer satisfaction is the key to sustaining success in any business. Regularly soliciting feedback and adapting to market trends can help you stay ahead of the game.

For instance, if there’s a growing demand for duck eggs and you have the capacity to meet it, consider expanding your offerings. Keep an eye on feed prices, health guidelines, and other operational costs to ensure your business remains profitable in the long run.

PRICING

You have to drive around your area and find another community member selling eggs. Price them the same or lower. Don’t go higher. Yes, there is a market of people wanting fresh eggs from chickens who are pastured raised, but if everyone around you is selling their eggs for $2.50 that means you do too.

When I first started selling our eggs, we put them at $2 a dozen. People in our area sell them for $2, some $3, when you get closer to the city.

One person down the road from us started selling eggs at $2.50. A month later, they dropped the price to $2. Know your market.

*Update in 2025, it’s actually cheaper for me to keep chickens then buy at the store! That’s a first. You could easily put your dozen of eggs at $4 now, stores are closer to $6 a dozen.

Candling Eggs for Quality Assurance

If you’re gonna sell eggs, you want to sell the good ones, right? Candling is a simple process where you hold an egg up to a light source to check out what’s happening inside. Think of it as shining a spotlight (literally) on your eggs to ensure everything’s in tip-top shape. Cracks? Eggs that look a little sketchy? That’s what you’re looking for, and candling catches it all before the eggs make their way to your customers.

A bright flashlight works just fine. Just dim the lights, hold the egg up to the flashlight, and look for any telltale signs—cracks in the shell, funny-looking spots, or anything that screams, “Not today!”

Candling isn’t just about weeding out the less-than-perfect eggs. It’s about showing your customers that you care. When folks crack open one of your eggs and see a perfect yolk shining back at them, they trust you more. That kind of attention to detail builds a loyal following and keeps people coming back. Plus, you avoid the awkward, “Umm, there was something in my egg” conversations.

PROFIT/ WHERE TO KEEP IT

This isn’t one of those side hustles that will make you rich or even pay for your Christmas shopping like the grocery apps I love, BUT it can pay for the feed of your chickens.  

We now have it pay for the feed and have just enough “fun money” to take to the arcade games for the kiddos. For more tips on how to make money from your homestead, check out these tips!

I truly enjoy having chickens running all over my yard. I absolutely love fresh eggs. I had no problem giving away eggs in the beginning while we built up our customer base. I just wanted to share the goodness with others. It’s still why our egg prices are lower.

You could add fresh flowers and vegetables to bring in an extra income for sure. Eggs alone is a different story.

Check out these Cute egg stamps for your eggs

You also need to consider what you are going to collect your cash in. I bought a snack pack mix at Aldi that was in a mini keg.

t was a  cute gift for my husband and now collects our farm stand cash. It’s not locked. You have to really twist to open it. We cut a slit in the top for the money. We used an old marker board to write product and prices on.

One day I plan to really spruce up the stand, but for now, it’s serving its purpose- to sell eggs to pay for chicken feed. 

Yes, last year, we had people steal. I even witnessed someone pretending to put money in it and then taking the money out. We talked about getting a camera and a lock box, but we are frugal, and the cost of those items for the $2-$4 that may be in there at a time wasn’t worth the cost.

My husband and I discussed that if someone is stealing the eggs, they may just really need them. I did write a note last year saying we are watching you. This year, we haven’t had any issues.

It would be best to start with a lockbox secured to the stand; that way, you don’t have to worry about losing any of your money. You hope that people don’t steal, but through the years, I’ve learned there will always be someone trying to take advantage.

Egg Packaging Tips

Great eggs deserve great packaging. We’re talking about more than “stick ’em in a carton and call it a day.” Nope, it’s 2025, my friend, and modern buyers love a little thoughtfulness, especially regarding packaging.

First up, let’s go eco-friendly. People eat this stuff up (well, not literally—the eggs, yes; the packaging, no). Think recyclable cardboard cartons or even reusable plastic containers if your customers are local and cool with returning them. Bonus points if you can get the cardboard ones made from post-consumer materials because nothing says “buy local eggs” like a side of “save the planet.”

Now, make it pretty. Seriously, aesthetics are everything. Slap a cute label or a farm-inspired stamp on there that screams, “These aren’t just eggs—they’re a work of art.” Include key buzzwords like “Farm Fresh,” “Free-Range,” or “Laid with Love.” Okay, maybe not that last one, but you get the idea. And please add a ‘best by’ date for your customers’ sake. It’s easy to shout, “Hey, these eggs are incredibly fresh!”—without actually shouting.

PATIENCE

It will take time for people to notice your stand if you are not on a busy road. Even though we are on a country road, we still get a decent amount of traffic. It takes time, especially since we were new in town.

No one knew us, but now they are coming around.  Be patient with it. There were days we didn’t get anyone, and I felt sad bringing my little dozens of eggs back in at night.  

When that happened I reached out to friends at church to purchase and all was well.

You can always go on a baking kick and freeze your treats that use a lot of eggs. Lemon bars or banana bread are my favorite to use up some eggs!

If you are new to starting with chickens you need this amazing backyard chicken planner!

You can find MORE ideas for using up your eggs and homesteading here. 

What Tips Do You Have for Selling Eggs From Your Home?

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