Chickens not laying

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Space Cat

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Jul 29, 2014
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My chickens have cut way back on laying eggs. I introducted a rooster to the group this spring and he is now fully mature. Would this have anything to do with their recent lack of production? I had one brooding and I think I have one that's eating the eggs, but others seem to have stopped. Any thoughts?

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This is the time of year that birds molt. How old are they? They generally cannot lay eggs and replace feathers, all of their energy goes into replacing feathers. Some molting birds can lose a lot of weight, so after they get their feathers back in, they have to get their body weight back up before they can resume laying.
 
They've been on a organic layers mash since forever. I've had bought two adult birds last year, (who may have been older than was advertised), plus 3 newbies... Then introduced 3 babies this spring, plus a baby rooster. Laying has trickled off even after molting. They have adequate space, places to roost and nest, look healthy. I'm going to set up a camera and see if I can pick up any clues.

thanks.
 
Happy Chooks said:
This is the time of year that birds molt. How old are they? They generally cannot lay eggs and replace feathers, all of their energy goes into replacing feathers. Some molting birds can lose a lot of weight, so after they get their feathers back in, they have to get their body weight back up before they can resume laying.
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