What is needed to raise “laying hens”? Are they noisy? Would they bother the neighbors? How much does it cost to feed them and what kind of shelter is involved.
I know nothing about this :)
Well, I live on a farm, but many City & Suburban Folk are raising laying hens these days. I have a flock of fifty and they really only take up about 30 minutes of my time each day.
They’re cheap to keep if it’s only a few. My fifty run me about $50 a month to feed, half of which is covered by egg sales. It’s not a money-making venture by a long shot. You need 200 or so to make any decent money at it.
http://www.mypetchicken.com/ebook.aspx
http://www.mybackyardchickenfarm.com/