![]() ![]() “Eggs should not be incubated immediately after transport. She says eggs that have stayed for more than a week after laying are also not good for incubation because the longer they stay the lower the hatching rate. ![]() Jeptoo urges farmers to wipe soiled eggs with dry materials and avoid washing them, noting that the use of water softens the shells. She continues: “Eggs should be candled (placed before a bright light) one by one before incubation to get rid of cracks.” Avoid eggs with thick lines because this indicates a hard shell which may not easily hatch,” Jeptoo advises. Eggs that have dots are also not fit for incubation because it is an indication they have large pores. From experience, small chicks can be hatched from small-sized eggs while large-sized ones may not hatch at all. “Eggs for incubation should be medium size. Jeptoo says before incubation size, shape, and texture of the egg should be thoroughly examined. The 29-year-old poultry farmer says the selection of eggs for incubation is a meticulous process that determines the hatching rate. ![]()
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