Hello all

[Andy D.]

Hi,

My name is Andy, I am new to raising chickens. I currently have 6 Amberlinks and 4 Rhode Island Reds. I am doing this to keep me occupied on my days off. I got my birds this spring as chicks and have loved watching them grow. My question is how long before they start laying eggs? Any advice and tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to BYC!
18 - 22 weeks is the average wait for eggs, it will seem like forever, but I promise it will go by quick.
We are glad you joined us!
This video should help you navigate the site better:

 

[Andy D.]

Not sure on sexes of these

 

[drumstick diva]

You can post individual photos at "what breed or gender is this." It's very helpful if you mention age at time of photos. They should be able to get them sorted out.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC. Here's the gender link - http://www.backyardchickens.com/f/15/what-breed-or-gender-is-this

You'll find lots of info in the Learning Centre - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/category/learning-center.11/ and if you have a specific topic in mind, just type it in the search box - there's a wealth of information on past and present threads.

Each week, various topics are discussed, which can also be a great resource - https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/topic-of-the-week-thread-archive

You may wish to consider joining your state thread as it will put you in touch with other BYC members in your area - http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/270925/find-your-states-thread#post_3239224

All the best

CT