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Originally Posted by Teak
My backyard birds are giving me 2-4 eggs per day so I am buffered. Even better, that composted chicken sh*t will provide me with good soil amendment.
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I've always been interested in raising a few chooks. It seems to be the easy / humane way to get fresh protein.
Curious in the economics of it - how much does it cost to raise hens?
Capital cost of building an enclosure, a house, laying pen, etc.
Runnings costs - food, medications?
How easy is it to keep them in good health?
What do you do with them in the Winter time?
Does the size of the eggs coincide with the breed / age?
How long does a hen lay eggs until it "retires"?
What do you do with non-productive chooks?
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