Best egg laying chickens

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These chicken breeds do well in cold winters.

Everything you need to know about raising backyard chickens! Chicken breeds, chicken coop plans, feed, feeders, waterers & more!

Approximately 2% of all chicken eggs have some defect, ranging from minor, barely noticeable faults to downright alarming deformities. So the chances are pretty good that most, if not all flock owners will at some stage find an irregular egg. This article is about the most common egg irregularities and problems and their causes.

What are the best egg laying chickens? Which breeds should you consider when choosing your flock? Learn which chickens are going to lay the most and get your flock started on the right foot!

Are you considering raising backyard chickens? Welcome to your one-stop-shop for all things you need to know about laying hens, from hatch to laying. Seriously, EVERYTHING.

If you want to raise chickens that give you the most organic eggs, we've got 10 different breeds for you to choose from.

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Here is the low-down on the top 18 backyard chicken breeds, including demeanor, heat or cold-hardiness, egg color, size, and laying frequency, along with other notable characteristics.

The most common reason to keep your own chickens is of course for the fresh eggs. When it comes to egg laying, however, not all breeds are created equal. So which breeds are best if you want a flock that produces tons of tasty eggs? This list...