Broiler chickens are the most common type of chicken raised for meat. These birds can be relatively cheap to buy, but they don't produce many eggs and aren't very long-lived. Broilers are bred specifically for fast growth rates and high feed conversion ratios (FCR), which means that they require less space per pound of meat produced than other breeds do.

Broiler chickens are grown for meat and aren't raised specifically for eggs.

Broilers are grown for meat, not eggs. They’re not raised to lay eggs, and they certainly aren’t raised for food.

Broiler chickens are actually bred from layers that have been selectively bred over many generations to produce a high-quality product with a consistent size, shape and coloration—the same qualities required for broiler chickens. The process takes about 14 weeks of intensive care during which the birds must be kept warm enough (66° F) but not too hot; fed high-energy diets; given antibiotics if needed; and provided with constant access to fresh water at all times.

Broiler chickens have a short lifespan.

The lifespan of a broiler chicken is only three years. This is much shorter than that of egg-laying hens, which can live up to five years. Broilers are bred to grow quickly and produce large numbers of meat (and therefore, low-cost eggs) in a short amount of time.

Egg-laying hens have been bred over hundreds if not thousands of years so they develop slowly, which means they require more resources like water and food as they grow older—a process called “rearing quality” that takes place after their first year or two on the farm.

Egg-laying hens live longer than broilers, but unlike broilers are not raised for food.

Broiler chickens are raised for meat. Egg-laying hens are raised for eggs.

And, yes, it's true that egg-laying hens live longer than broilers—but unlike broilers they're not raised for food: they don't have the same options as meat-eaters when it comes to killing off their body parts or waste products. So if you want your chicken to be happy and healthy (and maybe even cute), go with a broiler instead!

Egg-laying hens are often reared on pasture, which is cheaper than using feedlots.

You may have heard that egg-laying hens are often reared on pasture, which is cheaper than using feedlots. Pasture is cheaper because it’s free. And farmers don’t have to buy feed for their animals, so they can sell their eggs at a lower price.

In addition, pastures are natural environments: the ground is soft and fertile; there are bugs and worms in the soil; grasses grow tall enough for birds to perch on them without getting their feet wet (and therefore ruining their feathers).

Egg production tends to be higher than meat production with broilers.

If you're looking for cheap eggs, it's not a good idea to buy a chicken that lays eggs. If you want to save money on your budget and eat fewer meals at home, then broilers are the way to go.

Broiler chickens tend to be more expensive than egg-laying hens because they require more feed and space. They also produce more meat per pound than other types of poultry—it's just that their meat isn't as tasty (and maybe even less healthy).

Broiler chickens grow faster and produce more meat per pound of feed, but they're also less expensive than egg-laying hens overall.

The costs of raising broiler chickens are lower than the costs of raising egg-laying hens, so it's not surprising that they're more affordable. Broiler chickens grow faster and produce more meat per pound of feed than egg-laying hens — but they also cost less money overall.

Broiler chickens were developed in the 1920s to help Americans cope with shortages during World War I (the war put great pressure on food supplies).

Because broilers have been bred for fast growth rates, their bones can support large amounts of muscle without breaking down as quickly as those from slower-growing breeds like laying hens. As a result, broilers require less space per pound than other types of poultry (like ducks or turkeys) do; this makes them ideal candidates for backyard farms where space is at a premium!

Conclusion

So, if you're looking for a chicken that can produce both eggs and meat, then go with a broiler. You'll get more bang for your buck than an egg-laying hen. But if your main concern is price, then opt for the cheaper option and get those fresh eggs!