I have been studying up on raising chickens almost non-stop for days.
I have read many of the threads concerning chicken-feed, how much the birds can eat, and how much the feeds cost.
I'm wondering if one can break even or do better money-wise with home chickens compared to the price of purchased eggs?
Large fresh eggs are $1.50 dozen, extra large store eggs are $1.99 dozen.
I can't really afford to go in the hole just to have three chickens in my backyard
I know home-grown are so much better for you, but money is a consideration around here.
Perhaps I could sell any extra eggs to neighbors/friends.
any thoughts?
peace
I have read many of the threads concerning chicken-feed, how much the birds can eat, and how much the feeds cost.
I'm wondering if one can break even or do better money-wise with home chickens compared to the price of purchased eggs?
Large fresh eggs are $1.50 dozen, extra large store eggs are $1.99 dozen.
I can't really afford to go in the hole just to have three chickens in my backyard

I know home-grown are so much better for you, but money is a consideration around here.
Perhaps I could sell any extra eggs to neighbors/friends.
any thoughts?

peace
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