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[humbug]

I’ve started raising baby brine shrimp again – something I haven’t done for a long while. I’ve bought eggs from a couple of local sources but have had very poor hatch rates despite experimenting with a variety of conditions.  I’m guessing the eggs have been sitting around on a shelf for too long, possibly not in the best of environments.
 

I want to buy a larger quantity, but I’m obviously keen to get fresh supplies.  Any tips from people who regularly hatch BBS for a good source and brand of 425gm (1lb) containers with a reliable hatch rate?

[Spiesie]

I have purchased several different brands from different shops.

 

I have definitely found that those which has been on the shelf a long time hatch rate is not very good. The last batch I bought was from AoA, and the hatch rate was significantly better that the others I have tried in the past. I did only buy a small packet, not the bigger containers. Maybe the smaller packets turnover is more than the containers?? Which then result in higher hatch rate?

 

Anyway, just my little experience.

[deliriouz]

Have bought several tins of AAA grade 425s from https://www.primo.net.au. Seems alright.

[fuggers]

Have bought several tins of AAA grade 425s from https://www.primo.net.au. Seems alright.

got this and had good hatch rates http://www.aquariump...D=5178&catID=69looks like deliriouz has a cheaper option though