Feed a laying mash when the pullets begin to lay. The laying mash may be a complete feed in mash, crumble, or pellet form. This complete feed is usually about 15 percent protein, and it is all the feed the hens need. You may need to place oyster shell in small pans or hoppers throughout the house. Oyster shell helps make strong egg shells.
Chickens are peculiar creatures.
They like the same feed day after day. Avoid changing feed. Make a habit of feeding your hens the same hour each day. Provide plenty of clean fresh water. Clean waterers daily.