I do give mine extra light and heat. I use red lights and a 250 watt heat lamps in their coops on really cold nights that forecast freezing or below freezing temps. I guess its personal preference.
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Sudden extreme temp changes, any change really....lol, can cause stress and a decrease in laying...but it's the light at this time of year more than anything. Adding light take time to have an effect:Interesting. Mine are 7mos old Pullets have decreased laying since the cold weather in Vt. I realize light is a factor and have started to provide extra light but was wondering if the cold is a factor... They have been free range up until the recent deep freeze their garden tractor house available to them.. Recently built another coop inside the GH and have moved them inside.. If the day looks halfway decent will let them out which makes them ever so happy.... Anyhooo I found this forum helpful...