The humidity surrounding an egg fresh from the refrigerator or freezer promotes the growth of germs on the shell and their possible infiltration into the egg white and yolk. European regulations take this problem into account and therefore require retailers to store and transport eggs at room temperature.

How to choose the right eggs?
Proper storage of eggs is based on compliance with certain rules. Thus, eggs stored in the best conditions will in principle be covered with a thick layer of newspaper and protected from temperature changes. They should also be kept for 3 weeks away from light, moisture and air. It can also be useful to distinguish a good egg from a bad one with simple observation.

If you want to store your eggs in the refrigerator, you need to make sure they are pointed down. Also, to prevent eggs from absorbing food odors, separate them from meats and fruits, especially strong-smelling foods like cheese and onions. Store them in their packaging and place them on the bottom shelf; the cold air is denser there. This way, the eggs will be better preserved and will not suffer from temperature changes.

So be sure to keep these details in mind when you buy your eggs, if you want to store them, or if you plan