What is the peak laying age for brown layer flocks?

Understanding the lay curve is critical for farm financial planning. A flock's laying cycle is divided into the starting phase (18-24 weeks), the peak phase (25-32 weeks), and the post-peak decline (33-80 weeks). During peak lay, the flock exhibits maximum feed efficiency, producing the highest number of eggs per bag of feed. To sustain this peak, farmers must maintain constant daily light (16 hours) and feed intake. Any stress during this period can cause a permanent drop in the production curve. Farmers can find lighting and management guidelines in the Poultry Encyclopedia. Sourcing feed additives from Poultry Plaza helps extend peak persistency, while the high volume of peak-phase eggs can be sold rapidly on Murghi Mandi, with prices tracked via Poultry Rates.