Incubating eggs without hatching

[SarahGfa]

If I want to test a new incubator but don't want any chicks, can I incubate a fertile egg for 4 days and then open the egg to make sure it started developing? Will that be enough to know if the incubator is working correctly?

 

[jolenesdad]

That won’t tell you if it’s working correctly. Eggs can develop to various points with sub par environments.

the best way to ensure your incubator is working is to calibrate a thermometer and hygrometer and ensure appropriate readings.

 

[SarahGfa]

That won’t tell you if it’s working correctly. Eggs can develop to various points with sub par environments.

the best way to ensure your incubator is working is to calibrate a thermometer and hygrometer and ensure appropriate readings.

I calibrated with a separate thermometer and hygrometer. Just trying to double check before putting in expensive eggs.

 

[jolenesdad]

I calibrated with a separate thermometer and hygrometer. Just trying to double check before putting in expensive eggs.

Good luck! I’d say you’re all good to go.