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What age to chickens start to lay eggs??

Discussion in 'Chicken Behaviors and Egglaying' started by peeps and quacks are me, Aug 28, 2008.

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  1. Aug 28, 2008 #1
    peeps and quacks are me

    peeps and quacks are me In the Brooder

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    [​IMG] I have 30 birds that I bought as day old chicks. This was Feb. they are 6 months old now. When will they lay their 1st eggs?
     
  2. Aug 28, 2008 #2
    MissPrissy

    MissPrissy Crowing Premium Member

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    In general production layers should start at 18 - 24 weeks.

    Larger heavier breeds can take much longer. Some of mine didn't start laying until 32+ weeks.
     

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