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    When to open up the nest boxes?

    My chickens are 15 weeks old and I have blocked off their access to the nesting boxes since they've been in the coop. When should I (1) expect eggs and (2) open up the access to the nesting boxes? Thanks!
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    Thoughts on feeding starter only until layer age?

    I have heard some people say they go with a grower feed from 10 weeks until 18/19 weeks or when the hens start laying. Is it okay to feed starter the whole way though or should I transition the birds to a different feed at 10 weeks? Right now they are 6 weeks old still on the starter. 20%...
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    Moving to coop at 2 weeks

    I fear my chicks have outgrown my brooder and I don't have any great options for a bigger brooder. Is it okay to move them to the coop already, but just keep their heat lamp in the coop? I think they would be much happier with more space!
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    Question about grit

    My chicks are just about 3 weeks old and I let them outside every night for about an hour. They hang out in an area of our yard that is dirt/coarse sand and peck away at it most of the time they are out there. Is that enough grit for them or should I supplement with something purchased from...
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    Almost done with my coop

    Man this has been way more work than I thought it'd be! I told my wife I'd have it done in a weekend and that was three weeks ago.
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