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Intro to Egg Laying Chickens Now that you have raised your flock successfully to adulthood, you may want to consider mating the chickens you have. Assuming you have a rooster, mating your chickens allows you to increase the size of your flock and ensures that you will continue to have fresh eggs. Roosters are not allowed in all areas, as local bylaws and neighborhood covenants might forbid roosters. Investigate your local regulations before you purchase roosters to avoid running afoul of the law. Breeding Methods for Chickens There are two different methods of mating your chickens: breeding and multiplying. Breeding...