Decent compromise.....eggs sooner...still risking bringing in pests and disease tho.
Those older birds may not have laid for awhile anyway, they don't like moving.
What are your plans for integration......coop more than plenty big for 17 birds??
Oh, and....Welcome to BYC and back to chickeneering! @Ball_Farms
Where in this world are you located?
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Please add your general geographical location to your profile.
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