Hatching Tips

The Lowdown on Shipped Eggs

We test for fertility weekly, but let's get real – shipping eggs can be a wild ride! Despite our best efforts, we can't guarantee viability or hatch rates. Here's why:

The Shipping Puzzle

We carefully package our eggs in foam shippers packed tightly to avoid shifting but sometimes the shipping companies have other plans. Rough handling, delays, and unexpected twists can affect viability.

Each Egg order comes with an $100 Insurance Coverage. You will need to dispute with the PO for a claim regarding any issues in improper handling or damage.

Incubator Intricacies

We're pros at incubating eggs on our farm, but we can't control what happens on your end. Incubator malfunctions, personal incubation methods, and other factors can impact hatch rates.

Our Farm Stats

We typically see an 85% hatch rate on our farm (except for those feisty BCM & Olive eggs – they're like the superheroes of the egg world!).

Tips for Handling Shipped Eggs

To increase your chances of success, follow these tips:

  1. Inspect eggs carefully for cracks and hairline fractures.
  2. Place eggs pointy side down in an egg carton to rest and come to room temperature.
  3. Allow eggs to rest for 24 hours before incubating (or try our updated method below).
  4. When incubating, leave the egg turner off for 1-3 days to allow air cells to settle.
  5. Candle eggs after 5 days to check air sacs.

Updated Method

If you're using an incubator that holds eggs upright, you can try moving them straight into the incubator without resting. This method has worked well with certain incubators (like Brinsea Ovations or Chickcozy).

Egg-stra Tips

For incubators that don't hold eggs upright, try using "Egg Bras" (cut-up egg cartons) to keep eggs stable