Effect of Temperature Fluctuation During Storage on Hatchability and Embryonic Mortality of Broiler Hatching Eggs

Very interesting experiment that really mimic the real situation on practical conditions. My question is a simple one: How to explain the good hatchability on backyard chickens where the eggs remain on environmental temperature for 10 - 12 days? Besides this fact remember that, in a cycle of 10 eggs laid, except the last one, all the others suffer everyday short heating (above 100 F) at least for 10 to 15 minutes every day?

Very interesting topic. I just want to know maybe I can get the full publication. Thanks.

This experiment is important for the Hatchery Managers to ensure that the storage temperature does not vary for a long period.

Great experiment.