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Are roosters necessary in a laying flock?

April 26, 2017flock laying necessary roosters

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Are roosters necessary in a laying flock?

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No. Roosters are only needed in the flock when fertile eggs are desired. Increasing photoperiods (amount of light per 24 hours) is the factor that stimulates egg production in birds. Usually 16 hours of light per day (natural & artificial) will keep hens in lay, in Kansas.