Which Chicken Breeds are the Best Winter Layers?

[Indyshent]

Cochins and Brahmas--and crosses made with those breeds--make pretty good winter layers. I've had several Brahma/EE crosses that laid fabulously when the rest of the girls were taking the winter off. I often got three a week or more from them, more during the usual sunny times of year, and none of them ever went broody.

 

[Clark101]

Cochin chickens do not require much more attention than chickens of other breeds. They can rapidly hold up against cold temperatures once they are full-bodied and primarily feathered.

With that stated, you will require to take some actions to help these birds to prevent direct exposure to the elements. Their plumes are so large and fluffy that they can instantly end up being unclean.

This can lead to substantial health problems if you aren't careful about keeping them cool and dry. Guarantee your Cochins have a warm, comfy coop to return to during the most unpleasant days of the winter.