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Answer» That depends on three main factors:
- The breed of chicken. Some chickens are bred for MEAT production and lay few eggs; some are bred for egg production and can lay as often as once a day; some are bred as "dual purpose" andare good for both egg-laying and meat, although not optimal for EITHER.
- The hen's AGE. HENS start to lay at 4-5 months of age, and lay best during their first YEAR. Each year after that their production decreases.
- The season. In the winter (with fewer daylight hours), egg production drastically decreases. High laying season is summer.
- A healthy, young hen bred for egg-laying can lay almost an egg a day.
That depends on three main factors:
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