How to keep chickens from sleeping in nesting boxes

Chicken nesting boxes and materials - everything you need to know to keep your laying hens happy, healthy and productive for years.

Why do chickens roost? Not only does it protect them from predators, but it also promotes their social hierarchy and improves their sleep quality. 🐔

4 Ways to keep your chickens from sleeping in the nest boxes. It's important not to let chickens sleep in nest boxes because they will poop in them, and this can get on the fresh eggs.

11 Reasons why your hens aren't laying eggs. From age to illness, there are a lot of reasons your chickens may not be laying. Here are the top 11 reasons why your nest boxes are empty.

Once they have imprinted on their coop as "home," they will retire on their own at dusk. (Thus the saying: "Chickens always return home to roost.")

Have a barrier on your nest boxes, to prevent bedding from being scratched/kicked out. Now another question.. What are you using for bedding in your nest...

Are your chickens sleeping in their nest boxes? You don't want to allow chickens sleep in nest boxes because they will poop in them, and this can get on the fresh eggs. 4 Ways to keep your chickens from sleeping in the nest boxes.

Preventing your chickens from roosting in their nesting boxes can keep your flock healthy while keeping your eggs clean and intact. Learn what to do here.

Tips to get your chickens to lay eggs in their nesting boxes.

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