Do laying hens need a rooster to produce an egg daily?

Here's why:

* Egg production is hormonal. Hens produce eggs due to their natural hormonal cycle, not because of fertilization. Roosters play a role in fertilization, but not in egg production itself.

* Fertile vs. Infertile Eggs: A rooster's presence determines whether an egg is fertile (can be hatched) or infertile (cannot be hatched). However, both types of eggs are identical in appearance and taste.

So, even without a rooster, a healthy hen will continue to lay eggs regularly.