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On the topic of nest box bedding, which my hens tell me I fail miserably at (nothing I put in the boxes, stays in there, NOTHING), this looks nice and has great reviews, has anyone tried it?
https://www.amazon.com/Precision-Pet-Excelsior-Nesting-Pads/dp/B00CAVMIK2/?tag=backy-20
I have 40 young ones too... can't wait until the fall and eggs start droppingMy nest boxes are built into my coop. Currently none of mine are old enough to lay eggs, but they will be soon.
I'm pretty excited about it too. We eat a lot of eggs so it'll be nice to have to pay less for eggs lol.I have 40 young ones too... can't wait until the fall and eggs start dropping
View attachment 1063723 Mine is still a work in progress but this is what we have so far. It also opens from the top. Planning on using pine shavings and just one big nesting box. Still debating about putting in two plastic tubs (the wash basin type) or not.
- What do you use for nest boxes? https://www.bestnestbox.com/
- What bedding materials do you use in your nest boxes? I start with straw on top of the pad and then just go with the pad once they start laying in the box.
- Maintaining your nest boxes. (Cleaning, pest control, etc) Change out the pads when soiled.
- How do you make your nest boxes attractive for the hens? (I.e. encourage them to use the boxes, instead of dropping their eggs all over the yard) I like to use dried herbs similar to this https://www.etsy.com/listing/486200...d4uWtfgo2t1sqvaM1gzgqN09lfw7FlfmioaAjzr8P8HAQ
- How do you discourage your hens from sleeping in the nest boxes? The perch bar raises and blocks entry at night. Also, the nest box is not inside their house. Its about 3 1/2 feet off the ground.
Anything you'd like to add?
Open from the side for easy cleaning. I'll collect eggs by opening from the topI haven't started my 2 boxes yet that will also be off the side like yours. Curious: Do you have it hinged to open on the side so it is easier to clean or a different reason? I was planning just opening from the top but plans are changeable.