They start laying eggs between 22-24 weeks of age and lay approximately one egg per day until they are 65 weeks of age. The other type of chicken is that which is raised to produce meat called a broiler breed. Adult chicken broiler breeds start laying eggs at 22-24 weeks of age and produce eggs until they are 65 weeks of age, much like the table egg laying chicken. The eggs from the broiler breeds are used for hatching to produce broilers that are young chickens raised for their meat. Turkeys and chickens produce meat that is high in protein and low in cholesterol.
Chickens also produce eggs that are an excellent source of protein.
Chickens and turkeys eat primarily grain diets composed of corn and soybean meal that is supplemented with vitamins and minerals. Calcium and phosphorous are important minerals in the diet of chickens and turkeys. Chickens and turkeys have airsacs to help them breath. Chickens and turkeys walk upright on two legs. F. Their body is covered by feathers which help insulates them to keep warm and also dry.