How to prepare shipped hatching eggs to achieve a good hatch

[harleyjo]

I am contemplating my first time ever ordering hatching eggs and I hope to get at least a 50% hatch. Is there anything I can do once I get the eggs to help them the best I can to get a good hatch rate?

 

[Griffin Nest]

its best to take them in right away after arriving. If you're not there on the day they arrive then try getting someone else. Leaving them out there in the sun will surly kill a few.

when you get them, unpack them carefully and set them POINTY END DOWN in an egg carton for 6-10 hours in a room that's 65-75 degrees F. then put them under a hen or in an incubator.

i've always hatched shipped eggs using artificial incubation and i've gotten 75% hatch rates before!

good luck

 

[jm93030]

I always like to candle the eggs at night when all ligths are off

look for cracks

I have found internal cracks in shipped eggs

check the small end and the round top sides

I dont put cracked eggs in the incubators

 

[CelticOaksFarm]

Shipped eggs during the summer months should NOT be aloud to cool while resting. Place then right into a preheated bator, do NOt turn the turn on for the first day. High temps when in transit can lead to the eggs starting to incubate while on their way to you.

 

[harleyjo]

Thanks everyone, anymore tips I need to know?