336 POULTRY MANAGEMENT. 



winter eggs; the hens continuing to lay except in the severest 

 snap. 



Large yards are necessary for the pultry to run in during 

 the summer months if they must be confined. Let the yard 

 be at least fifty feet long by thirty feet wide. If there are 

 trees in this yard, all the better, as they will provide the shade 

 that is required during the hot weather. The yard may be 

 fenced with wire netting six feet high for the larger fowls, 

 while at least a seven or eight foot fence will be required for 

 the lighter breeds. The yard should be well grassed, clean 

 and supplied with pure water for drinking purposes. 



