Hatchery Signals, A Practical Guide to Improving Hatching Results

Publication Year: 2021

Author / Editor: Sander Lourens (main author), Jolanda Holleman, and Ton van Schie

Overview: This practical guide provides comprehensive insights into improving hatching results by observing and interpreting signals throughout the incubation process. It covers critical operational stages ranging from egg handling and biosecurity to the setting, transfer, and post-hatch evaluation phases.

Key Topics Covered:

Artificial incubation principles and environmental controls
Egg handling, quality assessment, and on-farm storage
Hatchery biosecurity, hygiene, and disease prevention
Setting, transfer processes, and chick quality assessment