How Many Eggs Does a Chicken Lay?

Eggs are great sources of protein, and when raised organically can be lower in cholesterol than regular eggs available. Many people are choosing to raise flocks for this reason, but few stop to ask, “How many eggs does a chicken lay?” The answer is simple: chickens never lay more than one egg a day. However, the process is constant and miraculous, and one worth knowing about!

How an egg is formed is miraculous, especially considering that chickens are able to lay so many with only one ovary and one oviduct (most animals have two). With this in mind, it’s important… Continue reading →