Feeding Schedule for Brown Egg Layers and Leghorns:
0-6 weeks 20-21% protein chick starter
6-10 weeks16-19% protein pullet grower
18-22 weeks at onset of egg production16-18% protein layer diet (20% layer feed is fine for free range hens.) As soon as hens begin to lay, offer oyster shell as a free choice, available at all times during the day.
Dual-purpose breeds like Plymouth Rock, Rhode Island Red, Delaware, etc.
0-6 weeks 20-21% protein chick starter
6 weeks prior to egg production15-19% protein pullet grower/developer
At onset of egg production16-18% protein layer diet (20% layer feed is fine for free range hens…especially heavy breeds.) As soon as hens begin to lay, offer oyster shell as a free choice, available at all times during the day.
Giving your hens the proper feed diet will help with egg production and overall health.
