So, you’re thinking about getting a duck? Great decision! Ducks are amazing creatures that provide eggs and meat for your table. But which breed of duck is best for you? In this blog post, we’ll explore the most popular breeds of ducks used for egg and meat production. We’ll also discuss the pros and cons […]
Are you looking for black duck breeds? Whether you’re searching for black ornamental breeds or ones that are as productive as their visual appeal, we got you! We curated a list of black duck breeds to help you find the best birds with dark plumage. In particular, you’ll discover: All black duck breeds with velvety […]
Are you a new homesteader looking for Saxony ducks to kick off your homesteading journey? These dual-purpose ducks are rare, but they’re a prized bird with a visual treat for every owner. But how do Saxony ducks perform in the egg laying and meat department? In this comprehensive Saxony guide, we’ll discuss: The distinct physical […]
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If you’re ever in the market for a new pet, an Aylesbury duck may be just what you’re looking for! These ducks are very friendly and make great companions. They love to play and can be easily trained. Plus, they don’t require a lot of care, making them perfect for any home. So if you’re […]
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Crested ducks are a domestic breed with fairly unknown origins, even though their existence dates back more than 2,000 years. These regal looking poultry birds were traditionally kept for meat and eggs but are now largely kept as pets. History of the Crested Ducks Members of this breed are often believed to have found their […]
The biggest duck breed is raised at meat ducks both residentially on homesteads and farms as well as commercially. These heavy duck breeds may be heritage ducks that are organically prone to grow large over a long period of time, or intentionally bred to maximize growth and bulk over a short period of time. While […]
Heritage duck breeds date back to the early years of America when pioneering families and farmers required poultry birds that were exceptionally cold, hardy, quality meat producers, and reliable egg layers. Our pioneering ancestors and early American settlers could not go to grocery stores. They had to rely on what they could grow and raise […]
Keeping the best meat duck has been on the rise in the United States for several years. While factory farms have long supplied gourmet chefs with the best duck meat, more folks are starting to raise these fabulous birds not only for the large and creamy eggs they produce but for their tender beef on […]
Magpie ducks are not necessarily as popular or well known as the Pekin, Khaki Campbell, or even the Indian Runner breeds. Still, they do have an extremely devoted keeper and breeder community. The hens of this breed are proficient layers of quality eggs. Both hens and drakes (mature male ducks) are excellent meat birds – […]
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Welsh Harlequin ducks are known for both their quality egg production and their avid desire to procreate. So much so in fact, that you only need one drake (male duck) to service an entire flock of hens. – female ducks. This popular duck breed is a relatively young one. Welsh Harlequin ducks were created after […]
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