No, the real danger is frostbite, which happens in the presence of moisture. A coop needs good ventilation but also needs to protect the chickens from being directly hit with wind. Getting close to grown chickens helps solve a lot of the problems that you run into with raising chickens. Adults are much easier to care for. You could post a question on how to get started in the managing your flock section.
Yes under a year. Tried incubating some only one hatched and its a roo. Of course
Did you try hatching eggs that were small and laid within the first month of laying? Pullet eggs can be hard to hatch because they are smaller than an average egg should be. Look into what the average egg size is for the breed of chicken you are trying to hatch and select eggs of that size. Some breeds get their eggs up to size within 2-3 months of laying, others can take 4-5 months. My Buffs took FOREVER to start laying decent sized eggs. I haven't tried hatching any of their eggs yet.Yes under a year. Tried incubating some only one hatched and its a roo. Of course
I did try to incubate too soon. Thank you for the information. I have one girl who still randomly lays double yolkers. I am afraid to try again because we aren't good at culling. My hubby can cull them but i would have to process them. I think i would be okay with the skinning method but im a complete noob to how to do any of it.
I was a noob at culling a year ago. It takes practice. I save the skin because it adds so much flavor. if you want me to give you the resources that helped me. Send me a PM and I'll give them to you.
