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What makes a the a egg shell strong?
Providing plenty of calcium for the laying hens.
Why is calcium important in a laying ration?
I assume the question is about hens and eggs? In which case, calcium is needed in a laying ration to help the hen lay eggs with a strong shell.
What bone where hens get calcium for eggs?
Hens obtain calcium for eggs primarily from their diet, but they also utilize a bone called the medullary bone. This specialized bone tissue stores calcium and is mobilized when the hen needs additional calcium for eggshell production. Medullary bone forms in response to hormonal changes associated with egg-laying, ensuring that hens can produce eggs with strong, healthy shells.
Do your laying hens need minerals?
Yes most hens require mineral to form an adequate shell for the egg. If they don't have enough calcium the shell is thin and easily broken. If they get too much calcium though the shell can become too thick and the chicks can have a difficult time to hatch.
Do you have to have a roaster to have laying hens?
No you dont
Will dog food hurt laying hens?
A little dog food once in a while will not hurt the laying hens, however do not substitute dog food for a balanced layer feed. The layer feed has been formulated to be nutritionally complete and meet the needs of a laying bird with the correct protein, fat and calcium numbers. A full diet of dogfood will cause problems down the line health wise and especially egg wise since it is not formulated for hens.
Do ALL hens make a noise when they lay an egg?
No, not all hens cackle while laying.
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.
How many laying hens are there in the UK?
29 million
What are egg laying chickens called?
Layers or Hens.
Do you a have a rooster to have laying hens?
no. they will lay without a rooster
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.
