Relation between egg shape index and egg quality characteristics

• DOI: 10.1399/eps.2016.117
• Publication Date: 2021-04-01T16:12:21Z
• Authors: M. Duman; A. İekeroğlu; A. Yıldırım; H. Eleroğlu; Ö. Camcı
• Keywords: Yolk; Haugh unit; Specific gravity; Breaking strength; Egg albumen

Summary The objective of this study was to investigate the impact egg shape index on quality characteristics. eggs used in were laid by layers ATAK-S strain. classified with respect (SI), namely sharp (SIÂ <Â 72), normal (standard) =Â 72–76) and round >Â 76). A total 166 analysed determine Effects L*, a*, b*, specific gravity, albumen Haugh unit statistically significant. However, effects weight, ΔE value, breaking strength, shell thickness, surface area, yolk index, colour, pH blood spots not Statistically significant correlations between determined. But, did correlate colour pH. In conclusion, it is clear that has an effect some Therefore, should be considered for use future breeding programs.