Chickens Not Laying Eggs? 9 Reasons and What to Check First

#hatchingeggs#raisingchickens#raisingducks Chickens not laying eggs? Before you buy new feed, supplements, or medicine, check these nine reasons in the right order. This video shows you what to check first when your hens stop laying, starting with the free checks and ending with the ones that need a vet. I run a hatchery and breeder farm and have raised chickens and ducks for more than ten years. You'll learn why your chickens stopped laying even when they look healthy, how to tell missing eggs from hens that truly quit, how much daylight hens need, and how to tell molting from mites. We also cover broody hens, layer feed protein and calcium, heat stress, and chickens not laying in winter. _____________________________________________________________ Timestamps 00:00 Intro: Why Are Your Hens Not Laying? 00:50 The Importance of the 9-Step Checking Order 01:50 Setting a Baseline: What is a Normal Egg Count? 02:38 Reason 1: Missing Eggs (Egg Eaters, Predators & Hidden Nests) 05:01 Reason 2: Water Issues (The 12-Hour Rule) 07:57 Reason 3: Day Length and Lighting 10:36 Reason 4: Molting Season 14:12 Reason 5: The Hen's Age 15:25 Reason 6: Broody Hens 17:12 Reason 7: Feed & Nutrition (Protein, Calcium & Treats) 20:02 Reason 8: Stress (Heat, Cold & New Birds) 23:22 Reason 9: Parasites (Mites & Worms) 25:35 Disease Signs & When to Call a Vet 26:41 Conclusion: The 7-Day Notebook Test ________________________________________________________________ Which step is your flock stuck on? Tell me your hens' age, breed, and egg count in the comments. This is practical experience from my own farm and does not replace advice from your veterinarian. #chickensnotlayingeggs #chickensstoppedlaying #hensnotlayingeggs #eggproduction #layinghens #chickenmolting #broodyhen #chickenmites #backyardchickens #homesteading