How many years are Layers good for laying And a rooster for fertillizi

[Drew Allen]

Hi I have some chickens that are 2-3 years old and I wanted to know how long they lay for? Also how long is a rooster able to fertilize the eggs?

 

[KatyTheChickenLady]

I have a six year old hen who is still laying strong.

 

[teach1rusl]

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WooHoo!! That's fantastic!! What breed is she???

Drew, from what I've read and heard from others, especially if you have an egg laying breed, they will continue to lay well past 2-3 years, just not at frequently. I haven't read anything about rooster fertility and age....

 

[Ridgerunner]

After around 2-1/2 years of age, hens will on average lay about 15% less each molt after that. Each hen can be different, but this is an average.

I've heard that roosters also drop off with age, but I think that is due to vigor not fertility. Older boys just don't have the energy they used to.

 

[teach1rusl]

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