First timer....

[bitty70]

I want to raise some chickens for the eggs. But I know nothing, my aunt helps me as much as she can. But some things she forgets about it.


info on:

When to order for spring eggs?

I know I will have to keep them warm threw winter,
but I need info on temperature and such.

Someone please help me.

Thanks in advance,

Cindy York

 

[popsicle]

If you want eggs in spring, you better get chicks soon. Pullets usually start laying between 18 to 25-weeks old depending on breed. Egyptian Fayoumis, Leghorns and production hybrids are good breeds for early maturation. I've had Marans that didn't start laying until over 30-weeks old.

You need to keep chicks in a brooder until they are feathered in enough to keep themselves comfortable (I usually count on 5 weeks give or take a few days/week, depending on breed and time of year). After that, they really shouldn't need supplemental heat--especially in Texas. I'm in Montana and I don't give my chickens any heat in winter.

You could get yourself any of the general chicken raising books, they will help with your questions a great deal.