A pullet is a young chicken, more specifically a hen (female) at least 20-weeks-old which has begun to lay eggs but hasn't yet moulted. Pullets are more productive than the older laying hens; they often produce eggs for an entire year, while hens will lay for six-to-seven months. Commercial pullets are typically Leghorns; small "home flocks" are commonly based on dual-purpose breeds such as Rhode Island Reds. Commercial production of pullets involves several different types of feed at various st… (More on Pullet)