Each order includes half a dozen (6) Olive Egger hatching eggs and will begin shipping March 1st, in the order received.
Olive Eggers are known for their unique, colorful eggs!
Orders are filled based on daily hen laying, so egg selection cannot be customized. Every half-dozen is carefully collected to maximize fertility and freshness, making each hatch exciting and unique.
About Our Olive Egger Flock
Our Olive Egger flock produces a wide range of green-toned eggs and has been carefully selected for strong genetics, fertility, and overall flock health.
Message us for flock photos or questions about genetics.
🧬 Olive Egger Genetics & Breeding
Our Olive Eggers are the result of years of selective breeding to achieve a diverse range of egg colors, from moss and mint to deep olive, with some eggs displaying heavy blooms that create a dusty or matte finish.
F1–F4 Generations:
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F1: First-generation crosses, typically more consistent in olive/green egg color
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F2–F3: Increased variation in egg shade, feather patterns, and chick appearance
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F4: Later generations where greater genetic expression occurs, and occasional blue-tinted, pink, or lightly tinted cream eggs may appear
Egg Color Variation: Most birds lay green or olive eggs, but later generations can surprise you with softer or unusual hues
Feather Patterns & Coloring: Hens may display blue-laced feathers, wheaten coloring, or partridge patterns
Hybrid Vigor: Crossbreeding supports strong fertility, hatch success, and healthy birds
Because Olive Eggers are hybrids, no two hatches are exactly alike, making each group of chicks truly unique.
Egg Care & Quality
- Eggs laid and collected daily, unwashed, and stored at room temperature
- Each egg candled before shipment to check for cracks
- Fertility rates checked regularly
- Flock is clean NPIP tested and fed high-quality, locally sourced feed
- Healthy flocks play a major role in strong genetics and better hatch success
Shipping & Handling
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Shipping begins March 1st, in order received
- Eggs ship only in suitable weather conditions
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Shipping days: Monday–Thursday, never weekends
- Eggs are individually wrapped and boxes clearly labeled FRAGILE
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Exact shipping dates cannot be guaranteed. If you have date conflicts or special delivery needs, please message us when ordering so notes can be added to your order
- Shipping notifications are sent once your order is on the way via UPS
If eggs arrive damaged, photos must be taken within 24 hours of delivery and sent to us to discuss replacement options.
⚠️ Important Information
- Hatch rates can vary due to shipping conditions, incubation methods, and factors beyond our control
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No refunds for poor hatch rates, but please reach out to discuss possible replacement options
- By purchasing, you acknowledge the risks associated with shipped hatching eggs
Preorder Policy
- Eggs will not ship before March 1st and are shipped in the order received
- Shipping dates are estimated and may change due to weather, flock health, or egg availability
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Full refunds are available within 48 hours of purchase only; after 48 hours, all sales are final
- Once shipped, orders are non-refundable, except for confirmed shipping damage (photos required within 24 hours)
- No refunds for poor hatch rates, but replacement options may be discussed
