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.icrowave Preparation and Cooking. Wash and pat the potato dry before piercing the skin with a knife or fork. If you donât pierce the skin before microwaving, your sweet potato may explode in your microwave. Place the potato in a microwave safe baking dish or place it on a paper towel directly on the turntable.