Re: no eggs

We are in Massachusetts, so may be somewhat local to you.

We've had good luck with Buff Orpingtons and Australourpes (I know I've
spelled that wrong). Rocks are also good. I have one Auracana, she lays
green eggs but is *very* particular, I'm lucky if we've gotten 60 eggs out
of her in two years. The others are good for 4-5 eggs per week for 9 or 10
months at a time, so there is a difference between production layers and fun
birds. I still love my Auracana, she's quite a character, just not a
production hen.

We use layer pellets and put the light on 15 hrs a day to stimulate egg
production. We find production down a bit in the winter, but actually high
heat and humidity seem to affect the birds more.

Hope that helps!

- Andrea

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I think the problem is probably the breed. my bantams are laying but
my Brahmas are not.
I have upgraded to a higher protein feed . They seem happy . It is
ridiculously cold. I have thrown them some cat food to give them a
shot of protein.. I have not turned the light at night because our
electric has gone up 30% this year. any suggestions. they are 2 years
old.

They won't.
Its winter, they are fancies, non-productive types and will not bother
themselves until the spring.
I would not bother too much with expensive high protein feed, they will
be
expelling it.
Just enjoy them, or get some production rocks, or hybrids if you want
eggs
;)

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regards
Jill Bowis

Domestic Poultry and Waterfowl Solutions
Herbaceous; Herb and Alpine Nursery
Seasonal Farm Foodhttp://www.kintaline.co.uk

What brown egg layer would you recommend for the New England climate?
I have about 30 Americaunas who I would expect to start laying after
Christmas. I have about 5 Buff Orfingtons , also after Christmas. And
my Brahmas, who are beautiful, BUT I will do without before I buy
eggs! and I am doing without.
So, we're eating little bantam eggs. Thank you, Jill


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