Incubation system hardly affects broiler performance

Egg incubation is the first step in the broiler production chain, so full control throughout this industrial process is crucial for achieving satisfactory embryo development. During growout the incubation system hardly influences performance. Owing to the huge importance of the hatching process, commercial hatcheries are constantly seeking ways to increase their production by raising hatchability and improving the quality and uniformity of day-old chicks. Over the last few decades, the incubati