If eggs are deemed as incubator rejects, what is their fate?

When eggs are classified as incubator rejects, this indicates that they are not viable for hatching and will not successfully develop into chicks. The designated fate of such eggs typically involves crushing and denaturing them, which serves multiple purposes. First, this process ensures that the eggs cannot be resold or mistakenly placed back into the production chain, thus maintaining biosecurity and preventing any potential health risks that might arise from handling non-viable or contaminated eggs. Additionally, crushing and denaturing help in the proper disposal of these rejects, as it breaks down the material, prevents odor development, and reduces the risk of attracting pests or vermin.

Returning the eggs to the supplier, keeping them for inspection, or donating them are not common practices for eggs that have been rejected for incubation, as these options could lead to complications or biosecurity issues that the industry seeks to avoid.