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To the first, I am not entirely sure yet. I would start out with a 25 batch I suppose then cull the cockerels once they become an issue. As for breeds, I am not entirely sure. That is another thing I am seriously thinking about. The Silver Wyaonette look amazing but I need to make sure whatever...

I have also seen great things about using bones from slaughtered animals, skulls in particular. They attract all kinds of bugs. If you do any slaughter. Plus, the marrow is also yummy for the birds. Also, rotting logs, turn them on occasion.

I plan (again 10 years down the line when I get back to the US) to have between 15 and 35 acres with sheep and horses as well. Since you pointed out that this would reduce laying and breeding capacity the question then becomes: what would one need to grow, and in what amounts to adequately feed...

So, potentially a stupid question but, if you have a butt ton of land (say 2-3 acres, my grand master plan is for 15-25) for them to roam on with a compost heap, do you need to feed them more? Or, is more on top optional for making them as fat as possible as fast as possible?