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Poultry Keepers Podcast
Eggs, Broodies, and Incubators-Part One
May 21, 2024
Poultry experts Mandelyn and Rip discuss hatching eggs, broody hens, and incubators. They cover sourcing hatching eggs, benefits of using broody hens, challenges of shipping eggs, packaging safety, and tips for successful quail egg hatching.
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- Natural hatching by hens is preferred for sustainable breeding over electricity-dependent incubators.
- Local sourcing of hatching eggs ensures better hatch rates by minimizing shipping risks and ensuring freshness.
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Hatching Basics and Incubation Preferences
The podcast delves into the basics of hatching eggs and discusses the preference between using incubators and hens for hatching chicks. While incubators are commonly favored for their reliability, the podcast emphasizes the benefits of natural hatching by hens. The discussion highlights the growing interest in hens for hatching as an alternative to expensive and electricity-dependent incubators. Focus is placed on the importance of preserving the natural broodiness of hens for sustainable poultry breeding.
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