I did have chicks this spring. Lol. That’s what has been so baffling. I had 4 new chicks and none of them started to lay before the days got short and the older girls started molting.
Thanks for all the input! Lots to think about. We have the room on our 3 acres. Currently have 16 layers, or should i say free loaders...i think my lack of eggs this winter has me thinking about other options. Last winter we had so many eggs. I had only 10 birds and gathered 5-7 daily all winter...
I have been interested in getting on board with meat birds or possibly ranger broilers...but i guess i am more curious how people use dual purpose birds.
How long do you grow them out before processing? What is the maximum amount of time before duals purpose birds would be too tough? Best time...