01/05/2026
🐔Egg production usually drops in winter, but here’s the twist:
it’s not mainly the temperature.
The real reason is daylight length.
When hens get less than about 14 hours of light, their bodies naturally slow down laying — it’s a seasonal reset.
🐔 Want to keep eggs coming?
Many backyard keepers use supplemental coop lighting — steady, gentle, and on a consistent schedule.
🥚 Winter essentials that matter just as much:
– fresh water (freezes fast),
– higher-calorie feed,
– dry coop + no drafts,
– good ventilation without chilling your birds.
