When will my chickens lay eggs?

[stormrobin]

No don't separate them, how about using an all flock type feed and providing oyster shell on the side....

Ok. I can do that. thank you.

 

[AllenK RGV]

It will? I don't know that. Should I separate them from my other chickens that are laying? Or just add something to everyone's feed?

Many feed grower feed to their entire flock and offer oyster shell and crushed eggshell so those that need the massive calcium hit can get it as needed. That way the slower to develop in the flock can continue to get the high protein normal calcium diets that they need.

 

[TexasSam]

i have a light brahma that I do t think is laying eggs yet but hard to tell because I have other brown layers and she won't let me get close enough to catch her. I have a black australorp and I checked her pelvic bones? Last night and they are only about a finger width apart. I have a French black copper marans that isn't yet? All are about 6-6 1/2 months old.

Try to sneak in some calcium and protein treats three times a week see if something changes

 

[5pointshomestead]

One important key to success that most people never think of is making sure your hens has access to grit to keep there intestines functioning so they can produce eggs.

 

[TexasSam]

Many feed grower feed to their entire flock and offer oyster shell and crushed eggshell so those that need the massive calcium hit can get it as needed. That way the slower to develop in the flock can continue to get the high protein normal calcium diets that they need.

I boil eggs and crush them with the shell on three times a week for a treat

 

[5pointshomestead]

I boil eggs and crush them with the shell on three times a week for a treat

Yes that's extremely good for them!

 

[AllenK RGV]

I boil eggs and crush them with the shell on three times a week for a treat

I know Weatherford is a big enough city, but any chance you raise peafowl and Guineas too? DFW native for my first 30 years of life.

 

[TexasSam]

I know Weatherford is a big enough city, but any chance you raise peafowl and Guineas too? DFW native for my first 30 years of life.

Nope Ameraucanas and bantam Cochin

 

[stormrobin]

One important key to success that most people never think of is making sure your hens has access to grit to keep there intestines functioning so they can produce eggs.

I do provide grit. thank you baby chicks with poopy but taught me the importance of it.