@theshilohfarm: 5 tips for first time egg layers 🐔🥚 #1 At 16-18 weeks you’ll want to switch from grower feed to layer feed. These feeds contain less protein and higher amounts of calcium 💪🏼 #2 Most feeds are designed with enough calcium in them for proper egg development, but it’s still a good idea to have a source of supplemental calcium available like oyster shells 🦪 #3 Make sure you have enough nesting boxes. A good rule of thumb is 1 box per 3-4 hens and you’ll want to make it nice and comfortable with some natural aspen nesting pads from @eatonpetandpasture 👌 #4 Eggs are like 75% water so without proper Hydration a hen is going to have a difficult time producing eggs. Keep the fresh water coming 💦 #5 To avoid stress and distractions, it’s best to leave them alone in the morning time. These are peak hours for laying so it’s better to let them be and do your chores in the afternoon ☀️ Also don’t be afraid if your first egg is a little tiny. That’s perfectly normal 😅 #egg #eggs #chicken #chickens #poultry #layinghens #hen #hens #food #Foodie #fact #facts #funfacts #tip #tips #animal #animals #backyardpoultry #pet #pets #farm #farming #homestead #shilohfarm

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