Rhode Island Reds

[Poppafrog]

Can anyone tell me when I might see my first egg.

They are at 11-12 weeks old. I cant wait.

 

[Ilovemyladies!]

Chickens usually start to lay around 18- 20 wks. Just hang in there for a couple more wks even though it's tough!

I'm waiting for eggs right now!


-Shannon

 

[TnChickHen]

I believe average for a pullet to begin laying, is about 19 weeks old. I've got 3 that are about 13-14 weeks right now

 

[abbey808]

Hi. My RIR girl is at 20 weeks and I'm still waiting for that first egg. I'm so excited!

 

[Ilovemyladies!]

Don't you just hate waiting for it?!?!

 

[Poppafrog]

Thanks for all the input! They might be more mature for their age and lay early.....LOL J/K I just want some brown eggs!

 

[moetrout]

The great thing about RIRs is that they tend to be good winter layers. Mine slowed down a little, but still layed all winter long. If I had to guess about 5 eggs a week each. So not everyday, but darn near.

 

[jomoncon]

I have 8 RIRs. 2 of them started laying at 19 weeks. 2 more at 21 weeks, and all were laying by 23 weeks.

 

[Poppafrog]

I cant wait!