ChickensEnd Broken Eggs and Make Cleaning Easy With AstroTurf in the Nesting...

End Broken Eggs and Make Cleaning Easy With AstroTurf in the Nesting Boxes

It doesn’t matter if you are just a hobbyist or you are working in the industry, chicken farming is a productive and enjoyable activity you can take on. Among the most crucial aspects of chicken farming is ensuring that the chickens are properly contained.

Nesting boxes are one of the most common ways to contain chickens. A single box for every 4 to 5 hens is the minimum to ensure the comfort of hens laying inside the boxes. If you are not sure as to how you should contain your chickens, Best Nest Box shares some of the top advantages of using nesting boxes.

While it is frustrating to bring home dozens of eggs from the grocery shop only to discover that some got broken, dealing with these broken eggs can get even more frustrating if you are the one raising your chickens yourself. Even though broken eggs are rather common, you can reduce the number of broken eggs through investing in a quality roll away nest box. These boxes will allow easy removal of eggs and decreases the risks of breakage. Any kind of easy to clean nest boxes can help reduce the number of broken eggs.

Chicken nesting boxes are also known for ease of assembly and strength. These boxes have been designed to endure the different day to day activities of chickens. The heavier boxes made from thicker material can last for many egg laying cycles and layers.
Finally, nesting boxes have features that make it easy and efficient to clean them. Hawk Hill shares some ideas on how to upgrade your chicken coop by using nesting boxes lined with AstroTurf.

 http://www.hawk-hill.com/2014/06/astroturf-nesting-box/

Paige Raymond
Paige Raymond
Raised in rural Montana and educated in Mechanical Engineering and Sustainable Development, Paige Raymond combines a practical mindset with a passion for self-reliance and sustainability. With expertise ranging from mechanical solutions and food preservation to emergency preparedness and renewable energy, Paige is a proud author with more than 5000 published articles.

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