Shocking Reason You Shouldn’t Keep Chickens For Eggs!

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Whatever the gov, media & WHO tell us, we must do the opposite.

Years ago I read an article in Mother Earth News that made the case for keeping the older non-productive hens in the flock. Apparently, "removing" them actually messes with the hierarchy and social makeup of the flock, which can cause a slow down in production by the younger girls. True or not, I'm going with that theory. I wouldn't feel too great about rewarding a hen which had provided me with such a healthy source of protein, by ending her life before her time. My chicken retirement program says "thanks for your service".

Here in Toronto, a few areas were allowed to have backyard chickens, but now they are shutting that down due to 'bird flu' risks! Infuriating - just so sick of all the fear mongering and stupidity of bureaucrats

We jumped into owning chickens after watching a PBS show. We built a coop for less then 150 dollars using mostly stuff we found like a big 6x4x6 wood box that test equipment came in for work. We raised 4 chicks and enjoyed every minute. I sold most of the eggs at work which covered their food bill and some lotto tickets to boot. That was over 12 years ago. Betty was our last and longest living hen, she made it to 12 years and 4 months. That was just last Sept. So glad we did it but it's not for everyone.

My friend's father was 10 years old little kid in WW2 Europe. Living on the country side in a fairly remote village. They had 2 chicken hidden in the bushes and they fed them as they could. The two chicken fed 3 people (him, the mother and sister) for over a year with eggs. When you learn real hunger the a solution is simple as 1-2-3.

Chicken keeper/gardener here…eggs and poop are pure gold! I bought more chicks when the bird flu was starting to get real, and I got extra. I supply all my people with eggs. I’ve been trading extra eggs for avocados and sourdough bread on a regular basis. We have some extra to gift the neighbors and friends on occasion. And I add an egg to our dog’s food every now and again. “With chickens and a garden you’ll never starve.”- comments section quote I love to share.

Man, I just got a dozen chicks a month or so back. I had about 18 a few years back but we were going to move and I got rid of them. I recently inherited our family property that’s been in our family for generations and I plan on building a place out there and move up to a larger amount of chickens. I have always enjoyed having them around and they are very relaxing and entertaining. Much love to you guys from NC and thanks for the video.

Enjoyed your video and you provided good information. We have kept chickens for 10+ years now. They have provided so much for us. It started out as life lessons for the grand kids. Hatched from eggs, they watched them from start to finish. As the flock grew they learned building skills and securing the pens. It greatly helped my wife to deal with a terminal family illness as stress relief for her. We get so many eggs from them we tend to gift dozens to friends and co-workers. Some of the folks have been so grateful they have donated funds for feed. Ours will free range a lot in the warmer months. They eat a lot table scraps, which reduces stuff going to the land fill so good for environment. Great compost as you said. Some of our ladies are getting older so we have added 24 more chicks to the flock. We will keep them on our little hobby farm as long as we can keep up with them. Good luck with your flock.

Kept 76 layers for around 4 years giving around 43 dozen eggs a week. My son had an egg route and we had all the eggs a family of 5 would need for baking and eating otherwise. It was actually profitable. We free ranged them during the day, and they cooped up at night on their own. Change the water at night and throw down some scratch and all was well.

I really appreciate how you almost disproved every reason they gave for not having backyard chickens. I've been raising backyard chickens for about 30 years not so much for eggs which are nice, but just for the fun of it and yes it can be a little expensive now with the price of food and yes free range does help, but I would be spending the money on another hobby, if I didn't have my chickens, I'm sure. When my girls quit laying and they just call themselves in retirement and keep on living and enjoying life until they die. I've never eaten one of my chickens don't even know if I could if I cooked and put it on the table. I just do it for the fun of it and enjoy eating the eggs and giving eggs to my friends. 🐣🐥🐔

I have raised free-range chickens for over 20 years and they do molt their feathers. But they do it slowly in stages so you probably don't notice. It's been my experience that they usually start in late spring to early summer and take about 1 to 2 months. There is a slight drop off of egg production with free-range chickens but usually if they have plenty of access to bug protein and cat food treats (Kitty kibble) you are hardly notice it.

We decided to raise chickens during the “lockdown” and it was the best decision I ever made! We started with 10, and now have 30 lol. Chicken math is real. 🤣 Omg, her gagging while cleaning chicken butt has my dying 😂😂😂

I raise chickens in my backyard and this is one of the best decisions I ever make. I purchased the quietest days old breed, fresh eggs every morning, help with stress and I give fresh eggs from time to time to the neighbors around me so no one complain about the noise 🤷🏽‍♀️

Ok so this is you basically you debunking reasons to not have chickens. That makes me happy. I have been seeing a lot of videos lately genuinely trying to dissuade people from having chickens, and I thought maybe this was another one of those. Chickens are SUPER EASY to raise as I had them for over 17 years at one point. They are actually very little work with very great reward.

Just found your channel and saw this video, loved everything you said, and your chicks are very healthy and happy looking. Thank you for keeping the old ladies with love, compassion, gratitude, and dignity. God bless you, your family, and your chicken-friendly, free range homestead.

Thank you so much for this video. It was entertaining and informative! I love your energy and your approach to debunking those idiots. I am on my second year now of having for backyard chickens in my little Yard, and I absolutely love it for all of the reasons that you stated. Thank you again for the content you put out.

Excellent work. As backyard chicken ranchers, my wife and I agree with everything you said. Having your birds is not really about saving money on eggs. It is, however, a fantastic way to get the highest quality eggs that you can have. We also enjoy the entertainment aspect of having them.

A few years ago a family moved in a couple houses away (we live outside the city proper), set up a chicken coop and added 4 free range chickens. They were down at our house every day and were a great source of enjoyment, even the dogs enjoyed them. Dogs didn't chase them, they just seemed fascinated with their noise and movement. Our cats are indoor cats and just couldn't figure out the large birds in their yard. Well someone complained and after a few months the chickens left and shortly thereafter so did the family, bought a small farm a couple miles away.

I absolutely love your philosophy on keeping chickens, which is exactly my experience as well. Thank-you and God bless.