Arm's Length Definition: A transaction or relationship where there is an absence of control the one over the other. The expression is one which is usually employed in cases in which transactions between trustees and cestuis que trust, guardians and wards, principals and agents or solicitors and clients are called into question....
The French Black Copper Maran lays the darkest egg of all chicken breeds. Until a few years ago this breed was difficult to find and a breeding pair would go for hundreds of dollars. The dark eggs are prized by French chefs because of the deep orange yolks and rich flavor.
Most producers like flocks to begin laying at around 20 weeks of age. A flock of hens will lay efficiently for 60-65 weeks. White egg birds will lay 260-285 eggs a year and eat 3 pounds of feed for every dozen eggs they produce. Brown egg layers will lay 240-280 eggs a year and eat 3.5 pounds of feed for every dozen eggs they lay. Once the hens lay for 60-65 weeks, they are rested or molted. This will force all the hens to stop laying at the same time and allow them rebuild calcium stores and restore body condition.