Clean, properly handled hatching eggs are an important part of achieving good hatchability. However, one common question among poultry farmers is: Should dirty hatching eggs be washed before placing them in an incubator?
In general, washing hatching eggs is not recommended. The eggshell has a natura...
Setting eggs correctly is one of the first and most important steps in successful artificial incubation. Proper handling and positioning of eggs helps maintain embryo development and supports good hatchability.
Before setting the eggs, inspect them and select only good-quality...
A hatchery is much more than a room containing an incubator or hatcher. The environment surrounding the machines can have a direct effect on embryo development, hatchability, chick quality and biosecurity.
A properly designed hatchery room should provide stable environmental conditions, adequate ven...