The most important factor for successful egg incubation is temperature. Temperature is preset for chicken eggs but can be manually adjusted
for all other eggs.
Embryos tolerate short term temperature drops but higher than ideal temperatures can be detrimental. Validate your temperature setting is
accurate with a second thermometer. Do not be concerned about short term cooling of eggs when opening door for water or inspections.
Eggs should be collected and stored in proper conditions prior to setting. Good quality eggs are important for positive hatchery results. Sanitizing
eggs before storage is an effective method for killing or decreasing the number of microorganisms on the egg’s surface. Be sure to use proper
sanitary procedures, the sanitation process kills bacteria on the egg but it can also kill the chick embryo in the egg.
Ideal egg storage temperature is 53-55
°
F (12-13
°
C) but can be stored in conditions between 50-68
°
F (10-20
°
C) as necessary, never expose
eggs to sunlight. Daily turning of eggs is suggested during storage to maintain hatchability.
CAUTION! Never store eggs in refrigerator - 39
°
F (4
°
C) is too cold.
CAUTION! Do not store eggs for more than 7 days as this decreases the egg quality and hatchability.
CAUTION! Eggs must be stored for at least 1 day before setting.
CAUTION! Use proper cleaning methods to clean dirty eggs, never use a cloth to clean eggs.
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