The Role of Egg Incubators in Poultry Farming
Egg incubators serve as vital equipment in modern poultry farming, providing a controlled environment for the hatching of eggs. These devices mimic the nurturing conditions provided by a broody hen, ensuring optimal temperature and humidity levels for successful incubation. In this article, we’ll delve into the functionality, benefits, types, setup, and maintenance of egg incubators, offering valuable insights for poultry enthusiasts.
Simple Homemade Incubator
Introduction to Egg Incubators
Egg incubators are specialized containers designed to hatch eggs artificially. They come in various sizes and designs, ranging from small tabletop models to large cabinet-style units used in commercial operations. The primary objective of an egg incubator is to create an environment conducive to embryo development, ultimately leading to the hatching of healthy chicks.
The Main Functionality of Egg Incubators
- Heating Element
- Thermostat Control
- Humidity Regulation
- Additional Features
Benefits of Using Egg Incubators
- Increased Efficiency
- More Eggs Hatching at a time
- Control Over Hatch Conditions
Types of Egg Incubators
- Still-Air Incubators (Without Fan)
- Forced-Air Incubators (With Fan)
- Cabinet Incubators
First Incubation Process
- Egg Selection- Fertile and Fresh Eggs not old more than 7 Days
- Placement- Storing in cold place
- Daily Management- 3 time rotate in 24 Hours
After Hatching of Eggs and Caring for Chicks
- Hatching Process
- Transition to Brooder
Maintenance and Cleaning of Egg Incubators
- Regular Maintenance
- Cleaning Procedures
How to Make a Simple Homemade Incubator for any Birds
Required Items
- Wood or Plastic or Thik Paper or Thermocol Box
- 100 Watts Filament Bulb
- Temperature Controller
- Bulb Holder
- Bowl for Water
- DC Fan
- Adaptor
| Birds | Temperature | Humidity (Incubation Period) | Humidity (Hatching Period) |
| Hen, Duck | 37.8 D.C. | 45% to 50% | 60%+ |
| Quail | 37.6 D.C. | 55% | 80% |
| Turkey, Goose | 37.8 D.C. | 45% to 50% | 60% |
| Loving Birds | 37.5 D.C. | 45% to 50% | 60% |
| Pigeon, Parrot | 37.5 D.C. | 45% to 50% | 60% |
