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Very basic question on fertilized eggs--

Discussion in 'Incubating & Hatching Eggs' started by DomiHentrix, Jun 13, 2009.

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  1. Jun 13, 2009 Post #1 of 5
    DomiHentrix

    DomiHentrix Songster

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    On wednesday we got rid of one of our roos, would my hens still be laying eggs that might have been fertilized by him? I am wondering how long it takes for them to work it out of their system!

    Thanks in advance [​IMG]
     
  2. Jun 13, 2009 Post #2 of 5
    jenjscott

    jenjscott Mosquito Beach Poultry

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    In with another roo, there won't be too many after a few days, but some may show up for 3-4 weeks of laying.
     
  3. Jun 13, 2009 Post #3 of 5
    azelgin

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    I've been told up to three weeks and know first hand 10 days for sure.[​IMG]
     
  4. Jun 13, 2009 Post #4 of 5
    DomiHentrix

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    wonderful, thank you!
     
  5. Jun 13, 2009 Post #5 of 5
    Judy

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    Yes, I've read three weeks several times here. Suppose the fertility will go down gradually.
     

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