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If She's Moody She Might Be Broody

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If She's Moody She Might Be Broody
Is your hen acting moody, vocalizing her irritation and won’t get out of the nest box? Chances are that she’s in a state called broodiness and has her intent set on hatching some eggs.

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Poultry Egg Production | A 24 Hour Miracle

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Poultry Egg Production | A 24 Hour Miracle
The production of a chicken egg is no easy task for the hen’s body and she repeats the whole process about every 24-26 hours. Let’s explore this 24-hour miracle from start to finish.

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