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How old does a chicken have to be to begin laying eggs?
Most hens begin laying eggs at about 16 to 20 weeks old. This depends on the breed and nutritional health of the hen. The hens first egg (s) are often small and can even be yolkless.
What is the average egg laying span of a hen?
Most pullets will begin laying eggs at about 16 to 24 weeks. Egg production peak before age 2 and drop from there. Most hens will stop production at around age 3 with only the occasional egg offered after that. There have been reports of hens laying well past 5 years old but these are exceptions rather than normal.
Should you feed Hens Laying food before they start laying eggs?
Yes. Most grain/feed stores have special layer complete feed that gives the new pullet the extra calcium and protein needed for good egg production. Hens raised for egg production should be started on this feed about one month before expected egg production. This means they can be switched from chick grower, over to layer mash or pellets at about 12 to 16 weeks of age.
What are egg laying chickens called?
Layers or Hens.
Do ALL hens make a noise when they lay an egg?
No, not all hens cackle while laying.
Why does rooster kill your egg laying hens?
because its a chubnub.
Can hens that are feed only with laying egg production lay fertilized egg?
No. they can if they have a rooster though
Will 2 Roosters with 4 Laying Hens slow egg production?
They shouldn't effect the process of laying eggs. It's always up to the hens attitude for that day.
When do red star HENS start to lay eggs?
Red Star hens typically start laying eggs at around 5 to 6 months of age. However, this can vary slightly based on factors such as diet, environment, and overall health. Once they begin laying, they are known for their high egg production, often producing large brown eggs consistently. Proper care and nutrition can help optimize their laying schedule.
Can hens be mean?
No, hens can't be mean. Though they could peck you when you touch them while their laying their egg, but it's not there fault, there only trying to protect their egg. Hens are actually great pets :)
What makes a the a egg shell strong?
Providing plenty of calcium for the laying hens.
At what age does a hen stop laying eggs?
Egg production varies with the breed of chicken. In general, chicks start their egg laying at about 5 to 6 months old and reach peak production at about two years. Egg laying starts to decline at about three years. As the chicken ages, egg production is less reliable until they stop completely. Non productive chickens can live up to as old as 12 years.
