Gallus gallus breed:Ross Raw sequence reads. Gallus gallus breed:Ross

Egg storage is a common and necessary practice that allows for operational flexibility to meet supply and demand constraints in the broiler industry. Prolonged storage of eggs prior to incubation causes increased mortality and decreased hatchability. Providing short periods of incubation during egg storage (SPIDES) diminishes the negative implications of egg storage, though the rescue mechanisms involved remain unknown. This study utilized a global gene expression approach to understand the mechanisms behind the negative consequences associated with prolonged storage and how these consequences are mitigated through the incorporation of SPIDES treatment. The information gathered in this study provides direction for further research aims, with the ultimate goals of optimizing egg storage protocols to better support long term egg storage needs.