Fertile turkey eggs

Fertile turkey eggs are freshly laid, fertilized eggs intended for hatching purposes in commercial or backyard turkey breeding. They must be clean, viable, and free from defects or contamination to ensure high hatchability.

2. Species Information Attribute Specification Species Meleagris gallopavo (domestic turkey) Common Breeds (examples) Broad Breasted White, Bronze, Bourbon Red, Beltsville Small White, etc.
3. Physical Characteristics Attribute Specification Egg Shape Oval, slightly pointed at one end Egg Weight 80–100 grams (average), depending on breed Shell Color Cream to light brown with speckles Shell Integrity Intact, free of cracks, deformities Cleanliness Clean, dry, free from feces or stains Air Cell Small and stable, less than 6 mm on collection
4. Fertility & Hatchability Standards Attribute Specification Fertility Rate ≥ 85% (under ideal collection conditions) Hatchability Potential ≥ 70–80% (under optimal incubation) Egg Collection Age 1–7 days post-laying (for best viability) Storage Temp Before Set 12–15°C (54–59°F) Storage Duration Max 7 days before incubation Turning During Storage Turned daily to prevent yolk adhesion
5. Handling and Storage Condition Specification Handling Gentle; avoid shocks and vibration Orientation Store with blunt end up Storage Temp (pre-set) 12–15°C (54–59°F) Relative Humidity 70–80% Maximum Storage Time 7 days (preferably less than 5)
6. Packaging Attribute Specification Packaging Type Foam/pulp egg trays or plastic racks Carton Capacity 30 or 36 eggs per tray, 360–720 eggs per box Cushioning Adequate padding to prevent breakage Labeling Breed, collection date, flock number, quantity, farm/hatchery name
7. Health & Biosecurity Compliance Requirement Specification Parent Flock Health Tested and certified disease-free Disease Monitoring Regular monitoring for Salmonella, Mycoplasma, AI, etc. Veterinary Certificate (for export) Required, issued by licensed vet/authority Flock Vaccination According to local or importing country requirements
8. Quality Defects (Rejected Eggs) Defect Type Rejection Criteria Cracked or broken shell Any visible cracks or hairline fractures Misshapen eggs Abnormally shaped or oversized eggs Dirty or contaminated Feces, blood, excessive dirt, mold Thin or porous shells Shells easily break under light pressure Double yolks Usually rejected due to poor hatchability
9. Certification & Documentation (for export)

Veterinary Health Certificate

Phytosanitary Certificate (if applicable)

Certificate of Origin

Commercial Invoice & Packing List

Compliance with OIE and importing country’s health regulations

Cold Chain Assurance (if required)