howdy from Iowa!!

[laura13617]

hello everyone!
im about to endenvor on agreat project for me.. my first incubator hatch.
i have 7 barred rock, 5 americana, 4 crested pekin.
im excited and a bit nervous!!
any tips for me??

sorry if thr r typng rrors my key board seems o be dying on me

 

[4-H chicken mom]

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from Ohio. Calibrate your hygrometer before you begin. Temps forced air 99.5 degrees, still air 101.5. Humidity 50% first 18 days, last three days raise to 65%. Turn eggs 3-5 times per day. Never leave the egg in the same position every night. Good luck.

 

[canada-goose]

Welcome! Good luck with the eggs!

 

[farmgirlie1031]

Hi! Welcome. There is an Iowa thread you may enjoy. https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=182&p=125 Good luck with your hatch!

 

[michickenwrangler]

From Michigan!

 

[b.hromada]

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from S. Florida! Glad you joined us!