USING EGG SHELLS: Salmonella Poisoning?? THIS IS IMPORTANT!
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Douglas Hunt on Aug 11, 2013According to the folks at Michigan State University Extension, you need not be concerned, Jim: http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/adding_eggshells_to_compostHelpful Reply
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Darlene on Aug 11, 2013I have been using crushed egg shells for MANY years and has never been any problem. I let them dry and then crush them and put in my compost pile.Helpful Reply
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Catherine Smith on Aug 11, 2013Salmonella doesn't come from the shell, JIm. This is unfortunately, a fairly common misunderstanding. It comes from the chicken feces and the eggs have not been property washed off. If you have doubts about your eggs simply re-wash using vinegar and water (10-1) allow to dry and store in a clean carton. This seems to be more of a problem with commercially produced "cold storage" eggs. We normally buy are eggs from a local organic farmer, who raises free-ranging chickens. Which seem to be less susceptible to a lot of pathogens normally present. The theory is the more balanced diet helps prevent the build up of those type of diseases. Salmonella is normally present in feces from many species including man. It's usually not a problem when proper sanitary techniques are in use.Helpful Reply
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KMS Woodworks on Aug 11, 2013You're not "eating" your compost are you? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salmonella the incidental amount found on shells would have a pretty hard time getting transferred to the produce that is consumed in a garden.Helpful Reply
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Aleta Kasper-Halter on Jul 26, 2014Lettuce, bell peppers and tomatoes give a good return on your investment. I have been using crushed egg shells when I make coffee. It is supposed to make the coffee less acidic. Then I put the coffee grounds and shells into my compost. I read that you are supposed to bake the shells at 350 f. for 10 minutes to kill salmonella. But it's too hot to use my oven. Looking for alternatives, I found this page.Helpful Reply
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