Integrating birds into an established flock causes mayhem in the pecking order. Whether you’re adding one lonely hen, or combining whole flocks, an addition to your flock brings changes to your chickens lives.
I’ve added hens and have had hens leave. Hens who are added seem to start from the...
I have a mixed breed incubation goin on, it's now day 22.5, almost 48hrs ago my 1st chic hatched & is practically dry. 6hrs ago I had another hatch & is still wet. I have 3 that have pipped and are showing small signs of starting the zip process. Can I remove the dry chic to the brooder now...
So I am about to go into lock down with the chicks. My question is; do you remove the chicks from the incubator after they hatch? Do you remove the broken egg shells? Basically what do you do after the first chick emerges? I have 12 in right now, looking great!!! Thanks for your imput!