POULTRY FEEDS AND FEEDING 



usually can be done in from four to seven days if the hens 

 are managed properly, although some hens will remain 

 broody for a much longer period. The broody period is 

 usually longer in the spring and early summer than either 

 in the late winter or fall. Certain breeds, especially the 

 Buff Cochins and the Buff Orpingtons are much more 

 inclined to broodiness than most breeds, while the light- 

 weight breeds like the Leghorns are practically non- 

 broody. Some strains are more inclined to broodiness 

 than others. As soon as the broody hens are through 

 their broodiness, which is indicated by a lack of those 

 signs indicating broodiness, they should be returned 

 promptly to the laying pen, 



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