Hatching problem solving

[mattjlloyd5]

We are successfully get chicks to the hatching stage but they are pipping and not getting out. Do we have a humidity problem? We have used 2 different incubators and similar problems. Our chicks that do make it out do not dry out very well. Any help appreciated

 

[JacinLarkwell]

What is your humidity at?

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

I moved your thread to our Incubation forums for more help.

It's either a humidity level issue or a ventilation issue.

All vents need to be wide open at lock down, the chicks need a ton of oxygen at this stage.

Humidity needs to be somewhere around 60 to 65%, this softens the shell and lining so they can break through. Also prevents them from sticking to the inside of the shell.

 

[Yardmom]

Do you know what percent your humidity is at hatch (lockdown)? I aim for 60-70. It could also be humidity during the main part of incubation. I dry hatch, but I think 30-45 is good to aim for.