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Chicken Support Insights: Episode 36 - The Feather Drop: What Late-Summer Molt Is Telling You
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Noticing feathers scattered around your coop and wondering why your hens have suddenly stopped laying? In this episode of Chicken Support Insights, Tina and Courtney explain what happens during a late summer molt, why hens naturally pause egg production while growing new feathers, and how to recognize the difference between a normal seasonal molt and signs that could indicate illness. They also share practical flock management tips to help you support your birds through this natural stage with confidence.
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