Incubation - A Guide to Hatching and Rearing, by Katie Thear

A trusted guide for successful hatching and rearing

Katie Thear’s Incubation – A Guide to Hatching and Rearing is an accessible yet thorough introduction to artificial incubation and chick rearing, suitable for both beginners and seasoned poultry keepers.

The hatching section explores everything from egg biology and breeder selection to incubator types, incubation principles, practical techniques, and even DIY incubators.

The rearing section covers brooders, broody hens, homemade setups, and chick health assessments, with practical tips for raising happy, healthy young birds.

Species covered include:
Chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, guinea fowl, quail, pheasants, partridges, peafowl, ostriches, emus, rheas, and parrots.

Also includes a helpful “What went wrong?” section and references to regulations and further resources.

A reliable reference for home poultry keepers, smallholders, and hobby breeders alike.