finally allowed to get an incubator

[coffeychicks]

So my dh finally caved in and said I can get my incubator I am so excited. I have been reading this thread for ages and feel I have a good grasp. I will be starting with my own eggs which will be backyard mutts. I haven't even told my kids yet they are going to be so excited. So I feel I have a good grasp on what to do just had to share this awesome news

 

[sumi]

Wonderful! have you picked a make/model yet?

 

[novanod1966]

well, all I can say is

....... be prepared to have a chicken explosion....

seriously, next spring get involved in some of the egg swaps (that way you can get almost any breed that might be to your liking).

don

 

[coffeychicks]

I am thinking of going with the still air at tractor supply. I know forced air is best but I can't wait til next payday lol

 

[carousel86]

I am thinking of going with the still air at tractor supply. I know forced air is best but I can't wait til next payday lol

That's the one I have. It's hard to the right temperature. I also bought the automatic egg turner.https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/601352/little-giant-incubator-tricks this helped me

 

[coffeychicks]

Got it set up and warming question. My pullets are laying but only 5 months old. Can I try with their eggs too

 

[Sphinx]

Sure, you can try with pullet eggs. Some people feel like you have a higher chance of failure because sometimes the chicks get too big for the eggs. I've hatched pullet eggs before and had varying success.

Congrats on your new toy!

 

[coffeychicks]

I figured I wasn't out anything but effort

 

[sumi]

I don't know if you read this article: https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/hatching-eggs-101 It's full of great info and tips on hatching eggs. Have fun and happy hatching!

 

[coffeychicks]

That article was great. I have notes made out for what if for quick reference. I did turn my still air incubator into a forced air added a small fan. Temps with hygrometers is .99 humidity 55%