problem yolks

[chix]

lately my hens lay eggs with yolks that break very easily and they are kind of flatish (compared to normal). i am not doing anything differnt. they have a healthy well balanced diet including egg layer, cracked corn, calcium and lots of fruits and veggies. does anyone know what is cauing these weak yolks? i'm worried.

 

[chrissieg]

How old are they? If they're past their prime it could be just one of those things!

 

[chix]

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they are just a year old. what do you think? i thought they are supposed to be at their prime for two years and then quality goes down?

 

[keljonma]

If you're feeding too many treats (veggies, fruits, corn) you could be lowering their protein level too much. Try cutting back on treats for a while and see if that helps. Also make sure they have plenty of fresh water available at all times.

 

[chrissieg]

apologies, all my chickens are past their 'best before date' as they are rescued ex-farm chickens!

 

[Newchickenmom&kids]

This site has a lot of info on eggs and "problems"

http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/PS020

 

[V Chic Chick]

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Battery Hen Welfare Trust? Brilliant people

 

[chrissieg]

Battery Hen Welfare Trust? Brilliant people

Not quite althought they are just a couple of miles from me! Mine are from a 'free range' farm with 2000 odd birds per shed!​