I have just started keeping chickens for the first time and have got 2 Light Sussex and 2 Blue Marans. When I bought them (2 weeks ago), the poultry seller said, they were about 20 weeks, but to date only one of the Blue Marans has been laying! Do you think they other 3 will be laying soon?
Also, I am a bit concerned if the breeds that I have bought will be good layers. I have read items saying that Light Sussex can lay up to 260 eggs per year and equal the Rhode Island Red! However, i have also read that as they are Pure Bred birds they will not lay as well as Hybrid birds - is this true? So far the Blue Maran has layed 10 eggs in 2 weeks, so she is doing well!
One last thing - they love brown cooked rice - is that alright to give them - in addition to their layer pellets, etc.?
Thank you for your help.
Helen