When does chicken lay eggs?

Chickens start laying eggs when they reach sexual maturity, which typically happens around 6-8 months of age.

However, there are a few factors that can influence this:

* Breed: Some chicken breeds mature faster than others.

* Diet: A nutritious diet with adequate calcium will help chickens reach maturity sooner.

* Environment: Stressful conditions can delay maturity.

* Light: Chickens need adequate light exposure to stimulate egg production.

Once a hen starts laying, she will usually lay an egg every 24-26 hours.