~Scratch Grain~ lbs.

Cracked Corn 200
Wheat 100
Oats (heavy) 100
Barley 100

The same institution has perfected the following feeding table showing
what amount of scratch feed should be given the layers daily each month
in the year. This is a most valuable guide, especially to the
inexperienced poultryman. When the birds are fed scratch grain, as
indicated, they will naturally eat enough mash from the open hoppers to
meet their requirements.

~Amount of Grain to Feed Layers Each Month in the Year~

Months Amount Per Day Per Pounds For Each
100 Birds Feeding
A.M. P.M.
November 12 lbs. 4 lbs. 8 lbs.
December 12 " 4 " 8 "
January 12 " 4 " 8 "
February 12 " 4 " 8 "
March 12 " 4 " 8 "
April 12 " 4 " 8 "
May 10 " 4 " 6 "
June 10 " 4 " 6 "
July 8 " 3 " 5 "
August 6 " 2 " 4 "
September 5 " 2 " 3 "
October 5 " 2 " 3 "

Study this question of mash and grain consumption, for if your birds are
not getting enough protein mash, they cannot lay eggs in larger numbers.

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~Hatching the Chicks~

For layers or broilers, hatch chicks early. For late markets and home
use, you may bring off hatches at intervals throughout the entire
summer.

The incubator and brooder are big helps where many chicks are hatched.
Pratts Poultry Service Department will gladly advise you regarding makes
of such machines which are giving general satisfaction.

Just a word of caution. Operate incubators and brooders in accordance
with the directions furnished by the maker. Go slow in making changes.

Sitting hens are very satisfactory if properly handled. Use only quiet,
motherly sitters and place them where they will not be troubled by the
rest of the flock. Feed whole