1. Sep 11, 2007 #1
   

   cpark Hatching

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   How old is a chicken when she stops laying eggs. I remember my Mom saying her hens were too old to lay.
   Thanks

    

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4. Sep 11, 2007 #2
   

   siz8003 Songster

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   I have 5 older than 3 and still getting a couple eggs a week! hope that helps

    
6. Sep 11, 2007 #3
   

   silkiechicken Staff PhD Premium Member

   

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   They usually don't stop... just slow down so much it is like they stop. Their first two years is the best with a slight decline from that point on.

    

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