If you’ve ever been told to drop an egg in water to see if it’s good, you’re not alone. The float test is everywhere—but it’s widely misunderstood. It doesn’t tell you if an egg will hatch, and it doesn’t reliably tell you if it’s safe to eat. Let’s look at what it actually measures and why it’s not the tool most people think it is.

What to do with a broody hen?

Fall hatching isn’t traditional but it is a useful tool to get a jump start on next year’s plans. Consider the benefits of fall chicks and how it may serve you better when spring is already so busy.

learning how to incubate eggs has its trials and errors. Here is go thru some scenarios to help you learn why the eggs may not hatch.

Assisting a hatch is one of the most debated topics in poultry. Here’s a practical, science-backed look at when to step in—and when letting nature take its course leads to stronger birds.

Broody hens are magical, bossy, and a typical part of summer on a farm. Find out the basics of keeping broodies.

When will my chickens lay? When should I hatch eggs? Planning is key to the long term success of your flock.

All eggs are not created the same, be picky on hatching eggs and eat the rest!

Tips to get best results with an incubator