@PhoredaBurds I have to band everyone as I go so I know who I can cross. Matching bands means don't mate. I even have my broody hens labeled. There are 3 that steady want to brood. Is now to early to let them?
When to let broodies brood is totally a personal preference. It would be a bit early for me, but if u have a good place for the hens to raise their chicks, eggs u want to hatch, and you want chicks this early, go for it!