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I raise chickens and am also a school librarian. This year the school gave me an egg incubator and asked if I would hatch eggs for the students to obs...
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Chicken Eggs to Incubatr #922801
Asked December 11, 2025, 6:23 AM EST
I raise chickens and am also a school librarian. This year the school gave me an egg incubator and asked if I would hatch eggs for the students to observe. My plan is to add them to my flock. So far, I have only raised chickens from chicks.
Where to start? Do you have any tips? I’m especially concerned about the timing. How do I make sure they don’t hatch when I am at home? Can I bring them home on the weekend?
Finally, are there any local suppliers for the fertilized eggs?
Knox County Ohio
Expert Response
Judy,
My name is Andrea Rees, and I work at the Knox County Extension office with the 4-H program. I actually havea curriculum that you could borrow, and I would be happy to discuss this topic further with you if you're interested. I think I can guide you through the process. You can reach out to me at <personal data hidden> or by phone at<personal data hidden>.
Andrea
My name is Andrea Rees, and I work at the Knox County Extension office with the 4-H program. I actually havea curriculum that you could borrow, and I would be happy to discuss this topic further with you if you're interested. I think I can guide you through the process. You can reach out to me at <personal data hidden> or by phone at<personal data hidden>.
Andrea
Andre,
That would be awesome! I will reach out by phone, soon.
I will look forward to hearing from you.
