@oketchsfarmke: Removing chicks from an incubator (during hatch) must be done carefully to avoid chilling, injury, or poor survival. Here are practical, farm-level tips: 🐣 1) Wait Until Chicks Are Dry and Fluffy Do not remove wet chicks Wait until they are: Fully dry Fluffy Active This usually takes 6–12 hours after hatching 👉 Removing too early can cause chilling and death. 🌡️ 2) Keep Incubator Closed as Much as Possible Opening drops temperature and humidity This can: Shrink-wrap unhatched chicks in the shell Cause late embryos to die Remove chicks quickly, then close immediately ⏰ 3) Remove in Batches Do not remove one chick at a time Wait until many have hatched (e.g., 50–70%) Then remove all dry chicks together 🔥 4) Prepare the Brooder FIRST Before removal, ensure the brooder is ready: Temperature: 32–35°C (90–95°F) Clean bedding (wood shavings) Feed and clean water available Heat source working properly 👉 Never remove chicks if the brooder is cold. 🧺 5) Use a Clean, Warm Container Transfer chicks in: Chick box Basket lined with cloth/paper Carton with ventilation holes Avoid overcrowding ✋ 6) Handle Gently Hold chicks softly Do not squeeze or drop them Avoid pulling chicks that are stuck to shells 🐥 7) Check for Problems Separate weak chicks if possible: Very small or weak chicks Unhealed navels Leg deformities Wet or sticky bodies Provide extra care for weak ones. 🧼 8) Maintain Hygiene Wash hands before and after handling Use clean equipment Dirty handling spreads infections 🚫 9) Do NOT Help Chicks Hatch Unless Necessary Premature assistance can cause bleeding Only help if the chick is clearly stuck and exhausted ⏳ 10) Leave Unhatched Eggs Longer Some chicks hatch late (up to Day 22) Wait before discarding eggs ✅ Simple Rule: Dry → Fluffy → Active → Warm Brooder Ready → Remove Quickly#oketchpoultrfarm #everyone
