Hi, I have a Brahma broody hen that has about 16 eggs due to hatch on March 12/13. This morning I went in the coop, and she had yolk on her face and there was a part of an egg shell on the ground half way under her chest. :( I don't know if my other hen tried to push her out of the nest, or...
Just didn't know if we were suppose to. They are in a tractor all day with grass and bugs, etc.
Feeding Nutrena Nature Wise also co-op feed meat bird... Two grain shovels full a day for 30 birds.
Hi!-
I'm raising 30 Brahma and Barred Rock roosters for meat. They are about 4 1/2 months, and I butchered 2 last week, and the only weighed about 2- 2 1/2 pounds butchered weight.
Any suggestions on how I could fatten them up faster?
Also, I'm feeding them 2 times a day.
It's hard to tell early on...usually by about 6 weeks it's relatively easy to spot. Males crests and tail feathers tend to comes in much faster then pullets. Would love an update! I have never hatched with a Rebtoabor, so I am sorry, I can't help with that:( Have fun, and enjoy raising your chicks!
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"Texas" (My most favorite runner duck! He's a sweet boy with a bubbly personality!)
I can't say enough good about Indian Runners!
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