Chickens: How old are chickens when they begin to lay eggs?

[Hilux]

How long does it take before they start laying eggs?

[Manihot]

4-5 months, during which you'll only be spending money. It will seem like forever.

[Henlus]

Mine started @ 5 months. The earlier they start the smaller the eggs will be.

[Sammysf]

5months

[John@]

Some can be as long as 6 months if care is not taken.

[Hilux]

Thanks for your contributions.

[FarmKing]

Under optimum conditions of good nutrition, ideal day length, adequate housing, and other good management practices, most layers should begin egg production at about 20-22 weeks of age.