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Discussion in 'Incubating & Hatching Eggs' started by michael0641, Apr 8, 2008.

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  1. Apr 8, 2008 #1
    michael0641

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    When a hen lays an egg, how long can it be at room temperature before incubating?? I bought some chicks this weekend and the guy said he gathers his and puts them in baskets and incubates within 14 days...
     
  2. Apr 8, 2008 #2
    Poison Ivy

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    That about right anything after 14 days the hatch rate goes down. I've held eggs back for 2 weeks waiting on other eggs I had ordered to arrive. That way I could set them at one time.

    Added: I tilt the carton daily that the eggs sit in to keep the yolk from sticking to the shell.
     
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  3. Apr 8, 2008 #3
    michael0641

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    That is neat.....I've always thought straight from the chicken to the bator....Now I can hold some back...They need to be at room temp, right?
     
  4. Apr 8, 2008 #4
    Farmer Kitty

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    Yes, keep them at room temp.
     

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