Removal of hatch

REMOVAL OF HATCH
  • There exists a difference of about 36 hours between the time the first and last chicks hatch.
  • From practical standpoint, chicks should be delivered to the farm about 12 hours after the entire group is removed from the hatcher.
  • Excessive drying of chicks in the hatchery should be avoided as it may cause dehydration to chicks.
  • Chicks should be removed from the machine as soon as all are hatched.
  • When the chicks are removed from the hatchers the temperature of the chicks holding room should be 75°F (23.9°C) to reduce the danger of chilling and have a relative humidity of 75% to reduce dehydration.
  • After counting the number of chicks, they will be placed comfortably in chick boxes for transportation.
Last modified: Sunday, 3 June 2012, 7:30 AM