Hi.
I am looking into getting a flock of production laying hens, Red Rocks. I know birds slow down with age, but what can I expect in terms of production some older girls? I just don't want to have to replace the ladies every year if they give me 3 eggs a week. If they slow down alot, what are some breeds that will lay about 3 eggs a week for about 5 years? I have chickens now, but they are only 15 months and are molting, so I don't know what they will be like when they are fully feathered again. Thanks in advance for any help you can give me.
Kramer
I am looking into getting a flock of production laying hens, Red Rocks. I know birds slow down with age, but what can I expect in terms of production some older girls? I just don't want to have to replace the ladies every year if they give me 3 eggs a week. If they slow down alot, what are some breeds that will lay about 3 eggs a week for about 5 years? I have chickens now, but they are only 15 months and are molting, so I don't know what they will be like when they are fully feathered again. Thanks in advance for any help you can give me.
Kramer