Understanding Egg Development

Understanding Egg Development

Author: MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK February 5, 2026 Duration: 21:15

This podcast episode brought to you by Brinsea features Betsy Trice, a poultry expert and farmer, who details the biological journey of a chick from egg anatomy to the final "pipping" and hatching process . She also shares practical insights into managing a small-scale farm, including breed selection for high-production egg layers and the benefits of raising hardier meat birds like Freedom Rangers .

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Duration: 34:29
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