When Hens Stop Laying
Why have my chickens stopped laying eggs?
The truth is, sometimes otherwise healthy chickens stop laying eggs. In some cases, there are things you can do to help bring your ladies back into egg production; in others, not so much. If your hens have gone from hero to zero in the egg-laying department, read on for some possible reasons and solutions.
Time of Year
During winter, many hens slow down or stop laying altogether. Your hen’s egg production is partially dependent on nature’s light cycles. This means when the short days of winter come, your hen’s body says it’s time to take a break.
If your hens stop laying around December, this is likely the culprit. The good news is they’ll probably start laying again in spring.
If you can’t wait for spring, a timed coop light will trick your girls into thinking it’s spring. Hang the light in a top corner of your coop and set the timer to stretch the daylight for about 12 hours. If you have a large coop, you may need more than one light for this
