Just got some eggs

[Heathero617]

I just ordered some sussex eggs for my first attempt. I hope I didn't choose poorly for my first time. I'm super excited, are there any tips that I need to keep in mind? I know to let them rest on the counter for 24 hours before setting them. Anything else since they are being shipped?

I'M SO EXCITED >i could almost piddle<

!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[CelticOaksFarm]

I don't rest any of my eggs this time of the year. I have the bator heated up, turner off and put the eggs right in. I turn the auto turner on 24 hours later. This is due to the fact that with the high temps the eggs could start to develop during shipping.

 

[Heathero617]

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That makes perfect sense. Anyone else do this?

 

[rilly10]

I do the same thing. If it is really hot I feel they go though less shock going right in rather than cooling them off to then heat them back up. I also leave the turner off for at least 24 hours.

GOOD LUCK!

 

[jim-pav]

I'm glad I came across this thread. I have Weaten Ameraucana eggs arriving in a couple days and was wondering about this topic. BYC is awesome!

Thanks everyone!

Jim