Chickens stopped laying

[Chickenlady140]

I have 4 red sex links about a year old. I was getting 4 eggs a day until November when they started molting. They didn’t start up again and I figured it was because of the cold New England winter. They still haven’t started laying again! I’ve checked for mites, illnesses, and anything else i could think of. They’re very healthy! Any ideas?

 

[sourland]

Are you feeding a laying ration? Are their combs brightening and enlarging? They should start laying soon as day light period is increasing.

 

[humblehillsfarm]

In addition to answer @sourland's questions, can you tell me if they free range? If their combs are bright red and perky and they free range, they could be hiding eggs. My gals are notorious for spontaneously hiding eggs.

 

[Chickenlady140]

Are you feeding a laying ration? Are their combs brightening and enlarging? They should start laying soon as day light period is increasing.

Yes they’re getting layer feed! Their combs aren’t as bright and red as they were when they were laying. Hopefully soon!

 

[Chickenlady140]

In addition to answer @sourland's questions, can you tell me if they free range? If their combs are bright red and perky and they free range, they could be hiding eggs. My gals are notorious for spontaneously hiding eggs.

They’re not free range and I’ve looked everywhere in their run and there’s no hidden eggs their combs aren’t as bright red as they were when they were laying before though

 

[humblehillsfarm]

Also, welcome to BYC!!

How far north are you? I believe hens are most prone to laying when they receive a minimum of 14 hours of daylight. I would guess they should start any day!! Just in case though, continue to observe for any unusual behavior.