When Will Chickens Lay Eggs?

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Hens should begin producing eggs when they are 18- 22 weeks old. There are breeds that will start laying as early as 16 weeks.

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One simple way to think about it is that spring chicks will start laying in the fall.

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A hen will only lay one egg a day.

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Maximum egg production is reached during summer days with 16 hours of daylight.

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Egg production may continue during the spring, fall, and winter when artificial light is supplemented to provide 14 -16 hours of light.

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