When we first got our flock, we had multiple breeds for variety. While they are an attractive bird, and have had great temperament (two hens), I noticed that they are not great layers beyond the summer season. They were typically the first to stop laying eggs when the fall season came around. I'd say I could get eggs consistently maybe 5-6 months out of the year with my Welsummers?
The only ones that lay year round (without the aid of artificial light in the winter) were my Barred Rock and Rhode Island Reds.
The only ones that lay year round (without the aid of artificial light in the winter) were my Barred Rock and Rhode Island Reds.