As a start, regarding the size of your coop, the general number seems to be 3 feet to every chicken. (Our coop is 8 foot by 10 foot and around 8 foot tall) Remember to also keep in mind you want a roost area, feeding area and egg laying area.
Put the plate in the microwave and select a cooking time. Cooking times will vary depending on the size of the potato and the power of the microwave. Most medium to large potatoes will take between 8-12 minutes to cook at full power.1  Try putting the potato in for 5 minutes to begin with, then take it out and turn it over so that both sides cook evenly. 2  Place it back in the microwave for another 3-5 minutes, depending on how soft it is already. If you are cooking multiple potatoes at once, you will need to increase the cooking time by about two-thirds. 2  For example, if one large potato takes 10 minutes to cook, two large potatoes would take between 16-17 minutes.
For those who like the texture and look of the baked sweet potato with the time convenience you get with the microwave, use a combination method to cook your potato. Place the uncooked sweet potatoes in a dish that is both oven and microwave safe, such as a ceramic or glass baking dish.Microwave your potatoes for four minutes and then transfer them to a 450-degree oven and cook for an additional four to five minutes.ou can wrap the oiled potato in foil before placing in the oven so the potato cooks evenly and the moisture and oils stay with the potato. Or, place the oiled potatoes on a cookie sheet or in a pan and bake them at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 40 to 50 minutes.