Help?

[Chikas123]

Well this may be a stupid question, I don't know, but how do you know if an egg is fertile or not? Because I would love to start incubating eggs but I wouldnt want to be putting unfertile eggs in an incubator. My rooster and hens are very close to maturity less than a month

 

[Puddin Fluff]

Well, it is my understanding that you just take your chances with the eggs after you see the Rooster doing his business with the ladies. After you have incubated for about 8 days you can candle the eggs and see if there is development but as far as I know, there is no way to tell when they are fresh laid. Others with more experience may know something I don't.

 

[Chikas123]

Thank you very much