Will Chickens Lay Eggs in A Dirty Coop?

Well written with so much great information. Other causes which could be added for not laying would be molting, and stress (predators, death of a flock member, being chased by other animals or humans)

Beautifully written and organized to help with problem-solving decreased egg production. Great information for both new and seasoned chicken keepers!

Pretty good article with some great insight. I loved the information on why chickens won't lay when they have a dirty coop and the helpful tips at the end.

While I've two neat, clean nest boxes in the one pen, I have an two or more occasions found a fresh egg amid the droppings - feet away from and behind the nest boxes I'd so lovingly crafted for the ladies.

The pen is only partially walled in / roofed over and affords great air circulation with a dirt 'floor' beneath the roosts and lovely thick layers of wood chips elsewhere.

NW NC

Good article! I did have a hen who wanted to lay her eggs in the poop under the roost, though. She didn't seem to care how dirty it was. Maybe I should have her read this.

great information

Good article!

I like that other reasons for hens to stop laying eggs is in the article.

Well written article with great info and pictures.

Nice article on the importance of keeping your coop and nest boxes clean. Well done!

Keeping the coop clean is a must. No one wants poopy eggs.