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What is a Lohmann Brown?
The Lohmann Brown is a variety of chicken, raised specifically for egg-laying productivity. It is of crossbreed origin, selectively bred from lines of Rhode Island breed and White Rock breeds. They start to lay at about 19 weeks, producing up to 320 eggs to an age of 72 weeks.
Lohmann Brown Suppliers In South Africa
Lohman Brown Laying Hens and Chicks
Address: 35 Falcon way Sunbird park, Kuils River, Cape Town, 7580, South Africa
Hours: Open 24 hours
Phone: +27 61 447 7700
How much do egg-laying chickens cost in South Africa?
I have used such crossbred chickens in the past and they have laid good-quality eggs. You should be able to buy young female chicks for between R10 and R30 each, depending on size, and they will start laying eggs from about 18 weeks of age.
How much does it cost to raise 100 chickens in South Africa?
On average, it could cost you between R20,000 to 50,000 to start your own chicken farm, depending on how big or small you’re starting.
It costs between R38 to R40 to grow a day-old chick to a point of sale, and one box of 100 day-old chicks costs between R850 to R950.
Which chicken lays the most eggs in South Africa?
The best layer breeds are Amberlink or Hy-line. These will start laying within two weeks of being bought (20 to 21 weeks of age). Pullet eggs are small at first, but they gradually increase in size. The number of eggs laid peaks halfway through the year and then starts dropping.
What size eggs do Lohmann Brown lay?
Free Range
Eggs Per Hen Housed | |
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80 weeks | 349.5 |
90 weeks | 398.4 |
Average Egg Size | |
At 72 weeks | 66.9g |