Promote Winter Laying and Deter Predators

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To encourage chickens to lay throughout winter, incorporate lighting and dietary supplements. Install motion-activated lights around the coop to deter predators by exposing them. For increased egg production, add a small amount of cayenne pepper to the chickens' water. This gives them a 'warm, fuzzy feeling' that mimics spring/summer, encouraging laying. Additionally, consider using a light with a timer set to run for two hours after dark to extend their 'daylight' hours.

Goal: Maintain egg production and protect chickens from predators during winter