Pullets usually start laying around 20 weeks of age with peak production occurring around 27-30 weeks of age. Peak production means that it is the highest rate of lay in your flock. Excellent peak production during this time would be between 80-90%. This means that on a given day, 80-90% of your birds will lay an egg. Nutrition, housing conditions, weather, breed and lighting, as well as management will all play a part in how many eggs each pullet will lay.
 

You should gather eggs frequently, at least 3 times per day. This is particularly important during hot weather! Eggs that will be used for eating should be refrigerated. Frequent collection and refrigeration keeps the eggs fresh and decreases the chance for broken eggs.
 

Eggs intended to be used for hatching should be stored at 55°F and 70-75% humidity. When maintained at the correct temperature hatching eggs can be stored for up to 6 days with no effect on hatchability.
 

After peak production occurs, the rate of lay will decrease by about 1 to 1.5% each week. Following 10-14 months of laying eggs, the pullet’s rate of lay will be very low and molting may occur.
 

Continue feeding Purina Mills Layena® SunFresh® Recipe free-choice and be sure there is always fresh water available!