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What are layer crumbles?
Feed design to meet the requirements of laying hens. Usually higher in energy levels, protein w/ certain amino acids increased to meet higher need and increased mineral levels especially Ca. It is ok for male bird and non laying hens to eat for short periods of time and also it is a waste of money to feed these expensive feeds to non laying birds.
Do you have to have a roaster to have laying hens?
No you dont
What do hens eat to make better eggs?
The food they need is commercially called Layer Formula/Laying mash or Layer pellets This food has the extra Protein,calcium, minerals and vitamins needed for good egg/shell production.
Do hens need layers pellits?
if you want your hens to lay eggs during there off season they will need laying pellets but watch during spring and summer and they will lay an egg every other day --- experienced
Do ALL hens make a noise when they lay an egg?
No, not all hens cackle while laying.
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.
How many laying hens are there in the UK?
29 million
Do you a have a rooster to have laying hens?
no. they will lay without a rooster
What are egg laying chickens called?
Layers or Hens.
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.
Do not have any hens laying on the fertile eggs will they hatch?
No. They need to be kept warm. 99-100 degrees for 3 weeks
How can you tell which of your hens are laying?
The hen who is laying will have an inflamed comb. When they stop laying or aren't laying yet, their combs become a pinkish-pale color.
