Storing Eggs for Setting

[startingaflock]

I will be starting to collect eggs for setting on the 15th of this month and I was wondering the best way to store them. Do I have to turn them while storing them? I will be setting on Feb. 22 so I should have between 15 and 20 eggs to set. Any help?

 

[AHappychick]

Best to store around 45-50 degrees. Some say they should be turned but I dont bother and I have great hatches here sometimes holding onto eggs before I set for over a week.

 

[startingaflock]

Should I store them in an egg carton? Also, is it the large end that needs to be up?

 

[bigstack]

Yes to both questions. Cartons are fine. try to not use the styrofoam ones though. Big end Up!

Good Luck and God Bless!

 

[startingaflock]

Thank you!