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</html>";s:4:"text";s:41098:"Consider these tips if you want to make sure you obtain the best possible result from your chicken coop or farm: Chickens older than 3 years lay fewer eggs than younger chickens; Chickens need to have enough protein in their diet to lay eggs. Chickens and More © 2020 - All Rights Reserved, The Complete History Of Chickens: From Jungles To Backyards, Araucana Chicken Care Guide: Eggs, Color And More…, 5 Best Chicken Feeders: What To Know Before Buying, Golden Comet Chicken: Care Guide, Egg Laying and More…, The Complete Guide To Introducing New Chickens To Your Flock, 11 Common Reasons Why Chickens Stop Laying Eggs (And How To Fix It), Welsummer Chicken: Care Guide, Color Varieties and More, 5 Best Chicken Coop Heaters: The Complete Buyer’s Guide, Lavender Orpington: The Complete Care Guide, Wyandotte Chicken: Care Guide, Color Varieties and More…, The Complete Guide To Chicken Mites: Identification, Treatment And More…, Swedish Flower Hen: What To Know Before Buying, 11 Most Expensive Chicken Breeds In The World. to bed. Even with their smaller size, they make a good dual-purpose chicken; using them for meat, once their laying production declines. Even when chickens are fed different diets, the taste difference is so minute that the average person can tell little difference. You may have never heard of this chicken breed. On average, chickens that lay brown eggs are larger and cost more to raise. Wyandotte (wine-dot) chickens are the darling of the poultry show circuit. They keep me and my family in eggs of all different colors and sizes. But we did include honorable mentions for several other breeds too. The egg turner and temperature control are automated. The white Leghorn is possibly the best layer of all! While they are friendly with their humans they dislike being picked up or held. These birds are good foragers and as a bonus they are pretty good with children. Chickens And More is quickly becoming the online destination for all backyard chicken enthusiasts. Chicken Breeds for Eggs. They are friendly and inquisitive, so make a great bird for a family setting. They’re calm and laid back, and will eat from your hand. This is not a bird for a town or urban settings though. When no … Some chicken owners say RIRs have easygoing personalities; others say they are bossy. I’m including them because they are a delight to look at. Best chicken breeds for eggs. Let me know in the comments below. Whether you are a newcomer or you have been keeping chickens for a while, finding the best chicken feeds for your layers can be a challenge.This brings us to the question, “What are the 5 best chicken feeds for laying eggs?” Some chickens do better free-ranging around the yard while others don’t mind being cooped up (literally!). The bright red comb and shiny white feathers are a cheery sight. This chicken breed also makes for a good dual purpose bird that lays an abundance of eggs. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Here’s my list of the best laying hens for beginners: When you’re just starting out, it is easier to choose just one breed of laying hen to begin with. Chickens are very good at hiding illness – showing weakness is a death sentence for birds in the wild and chickens have not lost that survival instinct. For each breed in our list we have given you a mini-profile so that you can determine which breed might work best for you and your situation. Which breeds of laying hen are you interested in keeping? Expensive does not mean it is the best to suit your needs. A simple 60w bulb on a timer will serve this function well enough. Combine this with their smallness and you get a very good feed conversion ratio – meaning they won’t cost too much to keep. Originally bred in Petaluma California, these girls will give you the all-American dream of fresh eggs almost every day. Rhode Island Red. Remember though without a winter break (and rest from laying eggs) the long term health implications for your hens are bad. Although she is a splendid layer, the Leghorn is not a cuddly bird. This makes white eggs more cost-effective. They are good egg layers putting out 4-5 brown eggs per week (between 180-220 per year). Austrolorps come in blue, black and white and start laying relatively early in life when compared to other hen breeds. They have a mellow, friendly soul and love their people. The Silkie Bantams in particular are known for soft tufted feathers around their feet and often on their head as well. There are several varieties of Leghorn but the white one is the egg laying queen of the family. They are hardy, curious birds with tons of personality. It’s a good idea to get to know the laying rhythms and habits of one breed at a time. The RIR is the state bird of Rhode Island. Wyandottes are very hardy birds. Hens will lay between 200-300 pale blue eggs each year. They’ve also been bred as meat birds, so if you’re inclined you can eat them when they start declining in egg production. As chicken raising grows in popularity from backyards to small farms, many homesteaders want to raise heritage chickens that will provide both eggs and meat. Australorps are known as a friendly laid back breed – an ideal bird for urban settings since they are not particularly noisy. The best source of chicken meat is usually called Broilers. They are better known as the Basque hen and are still very rare. The best thing about this chicken is feed intake, which is very less compared to other breeds. These are perfect free-range backyard birds. Leghorns are also great hens for beginners as they are very unlikely to go broody. Most people get backyard chickens to lay eggs – so if you want lots of eggs you need to pick the correct breed. They tend to do well in cold climates. They can lay up to 280 eggs per year . The chicken needs enough nutrition to meet all her own dietary needs and remain healthy, as well as extra nutrition to produce healthy eggs. Growing a chicken breed suitable for egg laying is not enough to ensure a large egg production. They are confident birds that will be very happy to explore your backyard. They are some of the best foragers, so they make excellent free-range birds and penned chickens too, as long as you keep moving the pen around for ample forage. The incubator measures roughly 14 inches by 7.5 inches by 7 inches. These chickens lay a brown egg and are excellent layers, laying around 250 eggs a year. The Faverolles is an ancient heritage breed from France. On the shelf, higher prices for brown eggs lead to the perception that they are “better.” However, if you really want the highest quality eggs, you need to … I have had both White and Brown Leghorns. They lay large white eggs and have a great feed to egg conversion ratio, which is great for the feed bill! They produce more eggs if left to explore and forage for greenery and grubs. The Barnevelder will lay 3-4 dark brown eggs per week. They are one of the most popular backyard chicken breeds because they’re hardy, low maintenance, and lay lots of eggs. It has see-through sides for easier monitoring. Leghorn; 3. By studying them and handling them regularly you will learn who is not feeling good today. If they are hand raised they are not adverse to cuddles or lap time. The poor isa breowns can’t hold a candle next to the pearl white leghorns, especially those of the hy-line company. Welcome to the ultimate homestead chicken! One of the best things about Sussex hens is that they enjoy free-ranging in the garden without destroying it. If you choose to keep Rhode Island Reds, then make sure you have plenty of room for them to roam. They are small birds which makes them perfect for backyards or other small areas. It’s fun to discover these little ‘easter eggs’ in the nesting boxes. But don’t be confused, there’s no actual difference between the brown and white ones (other than their feather colors, of course). Below: A pair of Silver laced bantam chicks. Leghorn: The best backyard chickens for lots of eggs, these chickens lay extra-large white eggs, producing over 300 a year. If you have an abundance of eggs or have a mind for business, these heart-healthy eggs have the potential to turn a tidy profit. They are hungry birds that love to forage for bugs, mice and other backyard critters to eat. If you keep your eyes open you can find them with different plumage colors, too. Many old time chicken keepers have said their most important piece of equipment is a 5 gallon bucket – turn it upside down and sit on it. In addition to the feed you should provide two separate bowls. Rhode Island Red chickens have been bred to be hardy stock – they are naturally quite disease resistant, which will help you to maintain egg production throughout the year and avoid costly vet bills or treatments. They were developed as a dual purpose breed over the years and although it lost favor with the poultry industry, backyard keepers favored this heritage hen and so she endured! In the egg laying department they will give you around 200 or so eggs per year. If your family likes plenty of eggs, this is a breed to consider. This means they won’t sit on a clutch of eggs and stop laying. Hailing from yep you guessed it – Rhode Island, these birds are ready and willing to give you plenty of large eggs for your breakfasts. Here’s why: The incubator is made of strong durable plastic. She has been around for a while and has contributed her genetics to many of the hybrids we see today, but she remains a well-loved hen in many backyard flocks today. They reliably produce large white eggs and are some of the best layers in my flock. The bird comes from the Spanish Basque region. The most common variety seen is the Marraduna hen (golden cuckoo or barred). Australorps lay an incredible amount of eggs. A well-loved heritage breed, the Rhode Island is one of the egg laying stars. Some strains will lay eggs with speckles and others can lay a darker almost chocolate colored egg. There are several varieties of Leghorn but the white one is the egg laying queen of the family. These are dual-purpose chickens that lay around 250 eggs a year. All of our selected hens are known to be good layers and many are dual purpose breeds too! Exceptionally hardy, the Rhode Island Red lays large brown eggs. Are you looking to start keeping chickens in your backyard? The egg layers that lay the most in a year tend to be very thin skinny chickens mostly meant for chicken stock. It is best to add the light in the morning and let the natural fading daylight see them Information provided is general purpose only and not meant to replace professional and medical advice. She is on the small side for a standard bird but is a prolific layer giving 3 white eggs per week – over 150 eggs per year. To keep you flock laying eggs, give them a good quality layer feed of 16% protein. These big birds are robust and are known to thrive in typical chicken coop environments. All of these breeds will lay around 3 eggs per week. Everything you need to know to make sure you get the right hens for your needs and lifestyle. This quality also gives their eggs an attractive selling point. 1. They really do not thrive in confinement, so urban living is not for this chicken. They come in a variety of colors these days, and you’ll be sure to love the blue and black-feathered varieties. So, if you want a dozen eggs a day, buy 18 hens. Read more about Rhode Island Red. If you have children, Plymouth Rock chickens are a perfect addition to your backyard. They lay cute little eggs, and don’t like to be kept in cool or wet climates. Choosing Breeds This chicken was solely created for its egg-laying capabilities. They are very predator savvy and love to free range. Pearl-White Leghorn – The white leghorn is one of the best layers out there. These hens will give you around 3 large tinted brown eggs per week – a little over 150 eggs per year. The variant of Brown Leghorn chickens, White Leghorn is one of the best egg layers. At one time it was the darling of the broiler industry, then hybrids came along and the Delaware faded into obscurity. Read more about Austrolorp Chicken. They have beards, muffs and feather feet, so they are quite funny to watch. Bantams; Wrap up 8 OF THE BEST BACKYARD CHICKEN BREEDS FOR EGGS. The Rhode Island Red came into being in the late 1800s and has not looked back – they have remained a firm favorite of chicken folk everywhere. The most common in the US is the Salmon Faverolles – their plumage is a warm honey brown. Chickens provide eggs, meat and fertilizer, plus they’re small and easy to manage. Whether you have kept chickens for years, or are just starting out on your chicken journey. After a few years of keeping chickens and buying replacement chicks through hatcheries, you may want to explore allowing your hens to set a clutch of eggs, and hatch and raise their own chicks. This means they can be raised for either eggs or meat. The Ancona is a lovely bird that is quite hardy and very active. They originated from a Landrace chicken in Italy and were refined over the years to become the Leghorn that we know and love today. Rhode Island Red chickens are easy to care for, they will produce around 260 eggs per year. Your email address will not be published. In terms of the breed, Leghorns, Rhode Island Reds, Australorps and Orpingtons are all great egg layers. Here are some of the top chicken feeds for egg layers. Isa Browns; 2. One of the two recognized breeds that lay blue-shell eggs the Ameraucana chicken breed is famed for the large blue eggs that it lays. When is the best time to hatch chicken eggs? We have tried to select breeds with different likings (confinement, free range, people oriented) and to spice it up we added some variety to the selections. Read more about Bantam Chicken. Most chickens stop laying during the colder months but not the Austrolorp. Making sure they stay healthy will help them to lay eggs. She will put out 5-6 white eggs each week. If you want your hens to lay well all year round you are going to have to trick them! They’re also great for beginners because they are easy to look after, give 280-320 eggs a year and are a slightly smaller bird. They are poor flyers and usually quiet so an urban setting would suit them quite well. Sadly the Delaware is not as well-known as it was a few years ago. All of these breeds will give you 3+ eggs per week. While they come in many varieties, I can’t go past the deep brown feathers edged with deep black tips. This article will explain all the different styles of Read More →. They made our Chickens That Lay 300 eggs a year list. This will enable the chicks to grow big enough to survive the winter. Another bonus is that this breed is autosexing! If you’re wondering which breeds of chickens to try you’ve come to the right place. The New Hampshire is often overlooked because of their rival (Rhode Island Reds). If you’d like to see some color in your egg basket, you can’t go past Ameraucana chickens. They are winter hardy and vigorous egg layers which assure a constant supply of these excellent sized, beautifully colored eggs. Read more about Sussex Chicken. Here are some of the best and broodiest domestic breeds for home hatching. She will give you 4 jumbo sized brown eggs each week (that is around 200 eggs each year). Chickens And More is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and any other affiliated sites. Some chicken breeds are great for meat production while others are highly productive layers. These birds weren’t held in high regard when they were first bred but don’t let that put you off. Read more about Wyandotte Chicken. For an inexperienced owner, sticking to a proven feeding method is probably the best way to keep their girls healthy, happy and willing and capable of laying eggs.  If you’ve got an eye on the royal couple Harry and Meghan, you might like to keep some Sussex chickens in your flock. They make excellent chickens for meat because they tend to grow faster than those raised to lay eggs or chickens that can do both or the so-called dual-purpose chickens. It was hard to prune down the list to only fourteen birds! If you keep Plymouths, you can expect around 200-250 eggs per bird per year. The world record for the highest number of eggs laid in one year is held by an Australorp. This breed is by far one of the most popular breeds and there is a good chance if you know a lot of chicken owners you’ve seen SOMEONE with Rhode Island Reds. One containing insoluble grit to aid with digestion and another containing oyster shell to add extra calcium to their diets for their bones and eggshells. Austrolorp; 7. Some are true Bantams while others have been cross bred with other breeds like Plymouth Rocks. The Plymouth Rock breed of chicken is a great laying hen for beginners. In about five weeks, a broiler chicken … The Rhode Island Red chicken breed starts laying eggs around 4-5 months, which is super earlier than other breeds. You’ll love them because of their traditional reddish-brown feathers, but also because they can lay between 300-350 eggs every year! Isa Brown chickens make great laying hens for beginners because they are content to live in most climates, so they’ll be happy wherever you are. She is a bountiful layer, producing 4-5 large brown eggs each week. As with many breeds, it comes down to whether they are handled frequently when they are chicks and whether human interaction is encouraged with treats. So whether you want your birds to be cuddly and affectionate or prefer them to do their own thing, there should be something for you here. Several chicken breed charts are available online and in books, but their information is often based on old data. But, they are also an awesome meat bird as well. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Rhode Island Red; 5. She will put out 5-6 white eggs each week. Leghorn chickens lay an average of 280 eggs per year but sometimes lay … Today’s look at chickens is a compilation of the best egg laying breeds around. Jun 22, 2016 George Clerk Getty Images. Laying around 4 white eggs each week she has an excellent feed conversion ratio. They will give you 5-6 brown eggs each week. Isa Browns are the true workhorse of the egg laying world. It’s one of the most exciting things you can do as a backyard chicken keeper. They may not be suited to households with curious children, but they are very strong and live happily without much fuss. Do not add calcium directly to their feed as too much calcium can cause problems with some hens. This genetic quirk helps to maintain egg production throughout the year. Rhode Island Red’s originated from America and are known as a ‘dual purpose’ chickens. It is because of this that the Leghorn hens were an industry favorite for many years. Lohmann Brown is one of the best egg laying chicken breeds, which lays about 300 large brown color eggs per year. Read more about Leghorn Chicken. Here we are describing about some best egg laying chickens for beginners. “The Leghorn chicken is one of my favorite chicken breeds. Because they’ve been bred for egg production, they have a gentle nature which helps when it comes to sharing space with the flock. An Australorp will give you 4-5 light brown eggs per week which equates to around 200-250 per year. Chickens need about 16 hours of daylight to keep producing eggs on a regular basis, so you will need to add light in the winter months. It is now slowly making a comeback as folks are discovering what a useful bird the Delaware is. And while some breeds will lay an egg a day, others take a more relaxed approach. Eggs: You should expect a young Rhode Island Red to lay 250 eggs a year. Australorp Chickens: The Best Dual Purpose Chicken And Egg Laying Machines . Sick chickens will not lay eggs so getting to know your flock as individuals is very important. The breed nearly died out in the early 1900s but one dedicated farmer kept the linage going. Leghorn chickens would be an eye-catching addition to your flock. Keep them busy by adding chicken-sized distractions in their coop if they need to be locked up during the day. While you may be surprised or unfamiliar with some of our selections, we have chosen the best around. The dual purpose hens will give you a nice sized meat bird afterward. You should allow them to free range as they are excellent foragers. Ameraucana or Araucana; 9. Sussex hens are a medium size bird and can produce around 250-300 eggs per year. You'll get, on average, 2 eggs a day from 3 hens. The question of how many chickens to buy depends on how many eggs you want (assuming you're raising chickens for eggs). There are several different varieties but the double laced is probably the most popular and spectacular. While they lay fewer eggs than some other breeds of hen, Wyandottes are simply stunning birds to look at. The egg colors range from brown to cream and the chicken is white with black neck and tail feathers. They love to free range and will fly up into trees for safety (and roosting if allowed). The Hamburg is an industrious little bird that has been around for a long time (their history dates backs to 14th century Holland). The Barnevelder is a medium-heavy breed of chicken, named after the Dutch town of Barneveld. Rhode Island Reds are known as dual-purpose chickens. The Jaerhon is a small, active and friendly hen. The Delaware is an excellent dual purpose hen. Unlike other chicken breeds, Plymouth Rocks are far less likely to startle or go into shock if you have other pets. Several years ago I had two of these chickens in my flock. Spending time with them getting to know their quirks and behaviors can give you an insight into how they are feeling. Raising heritage chickens helps to conserve and preserve chicken breeds that are becoming rare and endangered from modern breeding practices. There are many color variations to choose from with speckled being the most popular. Some of the more popular hybrids include the: Sadly they will only be this productive for 18-24 months as the stress of almost continuous egg laying takes its toll on the hens body. There are a number of breeds that are the best laying hens for beginners. If you want to do your bit for battery farm hens, there are often options for backyard chicken farmers to adopt Isa Browns that are past their egg laying prime from commercial operations. For safe eggs and healthy chicks, we recommend Magicfly Digital Automatic Egg Incubator. Just as hens come in all shapes, colours and sizes, so do their eggs. Expect around 220 large white eggs per year. Or the third option is to let your hens ‘retire’ and just keep them as pets, which can work depending on … Hybrid birds were created solely to lay eggs – which they do abundantly. 1. They lay far fewer, and smaller eggs than other breeds on this list, only around 170-180 per year, but the unusual color makes up for it. Fresh clean water is very important and you can add a vitamin/ electrolyte solution once a week to help them stay in peak condition. Raising Araucanas is a pleasure as they do not have any special care needs. Backyard chicken farmers love Rhode Island Reds because like Plymouths, they are known to be easy-going and child friendly. She does enjoy free ranging but does equally as well in confinement. Plymouth Rock; 4. By Ruth Chandler. They’re known to give between 250-300 eggs per year. Roosters can get between 8-10 lbs, which makes them a great size. While not recognized in the US they are slowly becoming more popular. Rhode Island Red Chicken Eggs: Rhode Island Red chickens lay light brown, medium to large eggs. This makes her a great family bird and good with children. This is an Italian breed that has become quite popular in the UK and US in recent years. Their dappled feathers, dark tails and almost stripy necks are so much fun. For most of us chicken enthusiasts it is important for our chickens to give the best eggs, and the quality of your eggs depends on many factors – clean nest boxes, sufficient daylight, hen management and more. You won’t have to worry about them flying off as they are almost flightless. I’m cheating a bit here, as there are many different breeds of Bantam hen. They have a bold personality, are curious, and are generally a good hen to have in your flock. When I started raising hens, I had a small flock of just a few Isa Browns, but I’ve since branched out to a multi-colored flock of different breeds. In our selection above the Leghorn, Hamburg, Jaerhon and Ancona are the stars of white eggs. The Rhode Island Red, Australorp, Barnevelder, Delaware, Faverolles, New Hampshire and Sussex made our list for brown eggs. Their personalities vary from super friendly to moody, but in general they are a family friendly bird and are not people aggressive. Barnevelders are not so well known outside of their native Netherlands. Layer feed should be formulated to keep the chicken healthy, and often has added ingredients specifically to enhance the quality of the eggs. The Arkansas Blue is a medium sized chicken that lays eggs very well. Copyright © 2020 Chicken Scratch & The Foundry, Leghorn Chicken: Eggs, Height, Size and Raising Tips, Swedish Flower Hen: Eggs, Height, Size and Raising Tips, Dong Tao Chicken: Eggs, Height, Size and Raising Tips, Top 5 Largest Chicken Breeds – Also Laying Largest Eggs, Top 4 Chicken Breeds to Raise for Blue Eggs (Up To 300 Per Year), Top 9 Best Laying Chickens That You’ll Get More Eggs, Guinea Fowl: Eggs, Height, Size and Raising Tips, Isa Browns: sturdy, highly productive egg layers, Leghorns: traditional, unlikely to go broody, Rhode Island Reds: naturally disease resistant, loves to roam, Sussex: pretty, eye-catching birds that are dual use, Plymouth Rocks: very child and pet friendly, Austrolorp: Australian birds known to lay all year round, Wyandotte: show hens, unsuited to curious children or active pets, Ameraucana: gives fewer eggs but provides a glorious blue eggshell. What’s more important to you: plentiful large eggs, a friendly demeanor or bright, colorful shells? It is one of the breeds of chickens best known for its ability to lay very dark, and large to extra large brown colored eggs. Providing your chickens with the right feeds is the most important thing to do if you truly care about their well-being. This means they can be raised for either eggs or meat. Lisa Steele, a 5th generation chicken keeper and Master Gardener, and author of the popular books Fresh Eggs Daily: Raising Happy, Healthy Chickens Naturally and Gardening with Chickens lives with her husband on a small hobby farm in Maine where she raises a mixed flock of chickens and ducks, grows herbs and enjoys cooking using fresh vegetables from her garden and fresh eggs from her coop. Read more about Isa Brown. Remember that scared or nervous birds often stop laying. 7. I love Sussex hens because they are just beautiful to watch. Austrolorp chickens come from Australia, where they were bred from Orpington stock. Let me give you a rundown of some of the most popular breeds. They are a fairly self-sufficient bird that can make the best of most situations. It may be surprising but your cute backyard chickens were once wild birds that roamed the jungles of Southeast Asia. Lohmann Brown Classic Chicken It came selectively from a crossbred from New Hampshire and some other egg laying chicken breed. Let us know your favorite egg laying breed in the comments section below…, Not many chicken keepers know about the extensive history of chickens. Best Egg Laying Chickens For Beginners. They foraged on whatever they could find in the dirt which is very different Read More →, If you are looking for an unusual and special breed then you need look no further than the Araucana. Another American breed, these girls are renowned for being able to lay through the winter, unlike many other types of chickens. They’re also strong and healthy birds who are likely to lay through all types of weather conditions. You can get to know the peculiarities and preferences of the flock. She is like no other chicken you have ever seen. 3 of the best chickens for eggs. Wyandotte; 8. Their large size and eye-catching russet plumage are not their only good qualities. As an egg layer she will give you 4-5 brown eggs each week, that is around 200-250 eggs each year. If you want a … Sussex; 6. An area that is scrubby and sparse, so the Basque hen is a very good forager. Some of the breeds selected may not be familiar to you, but they are all good layers. She is a beautiful heritage bird that is friendly, curious, likes to be held and even enjoys lap time. In fact, this is probably one of the best chickens for eggs of the blue variety. Sometimes called Araucanas (named for the Araucanan Indians in Chile, where this breed originates), these birds are known for laying blue and green eggs. Then watch your birds and you will be amazed at what you can learn! The white birds are known to produce the most eggs. There is very little difference in the taste of chicken eggs assuming what they eat is the same. They are one of the most popular backyard chicken breeds because they are tough and lay lots of eggs. These chickens look similar to a Sumatra with pale blue/gray feathering and a pea comb. This little Read More →, The cost of feeders can vary tremendously from $15-$150.00, so you should make sure you do your research and buy what you can afford. They can lay up to 365 eggs a year – yes an all seasons layer. Read more about Plymouth Rock. Read more about Araucana Chicken. The dependable Sussex breed has been around a very long time indeed. It is because of this that the Leghorn hens were an industry favorite for many years. However they are a hardy heritage bird with a gentle and curious nature. It can hold 9 chicken eggs. They are known to be gentle and patient birds, perfect for pats and cuddles. When you become familiar with the type of care each breed needs, and how many eggs they’re likely to produce you can make the best choice for your backyard or coop. They are quite mellow and if raised by hand are not adverse to lap time. If you’re watching your cholesterol, you’ll be pleased to know Ameraucana eggs are naturally lower in cholesterol than other eggs. Leghorns have the best feed to egg conversion ratio by far. As a beginner, you have to choose relatively docile, healthy and productive breeds that can produce adequate amounts of eggs for your daily family needs. One of the most popular questions first time chicken owners ask is, “which breed of chooks are the best laying hens?” Some first time owners are surprised to hear that there are different breeds of chickens, let alone particular breeds that lay eggs more prolifically than other varieties. 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