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Fair Checklist: How to Prepare for Show Day

Animals | Farm & Garden | Large Animals | Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Fair season is approaching, and whether you’re planning to exhibit livestock, poultry, produce, flowers or handmade projects, a little preparation can make the experience more enjoyable. Whether you’re headed to a county fair or working toward a state fair, this checklist highlights important tasks to tackle before the big day. Key Takeaways Preparing for the […]

Duck Eggs: Nutrition, Benefits, and How to Use Them

Waterfowl
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Thinking about getting chickens for eggs? Maybe consider duck eggs, instead—they are bigger and healthier, with better taste and texture.

Breeds of Livestock Worth Preserving

Breeds | Large Animals | Poultry | Waterfowl |
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A USDA program aims to protect rare livestock breeds and other animals by saving genetic material.

Call Ducks: Smallest Duck Breed With Big Personality

Breeds | Waterfowl |
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A bantem breed, Calls can be kept for pets or used in shows; they make good mothers.

Herbs for Ducks: 5 Beneficial Plants

Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Herbs for ducks can play a useful role in supporting flock health, behavior, and overall nutrition. From fresh forage in the garden to dried herbs added to feed or water, many culinary herbs offer vitamins, minerals, and natural compounds that may support digestion, immune function, respiratory health, and stress reduction. Knowing which herbs ducks enjoy—and […]

Rouen Duck Guide: Size, Eggs, Care & Personality

Waterfowl
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The Rouen is a handsome, heavyweight duck is frequently raised as a show bird--as well as for meat.

How to Keep Geese Out of Your Yard Naturally

Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Waterfowl |
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How to keep geese out of your yard is a challenge many property owners face, especially if they live near ponds, fields, or other open grassy areas. While raising domestic geese can be enjoyable for homesteaders, wild Canada Geese are another matter entirely. These birds can be quite the mess makers on your property, especially […]

Raising Ducks for Eggs: 6 Best Breeds

Waterfowl
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Consider These Duck Breeds When Adding Layer Poultry To Your Farm

Duck Coop Guide: Housing Ducks & Geese

Animals | Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Some waterfowl can coexist with chickens in coops, but the species' needs are different. Here are the things you need to know.

How to Care for Ducks: Feeding, Housing & Care Tips

Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Ducks are joyful hobby farm additions. Find out if adding a feathered friend is right for you!

Raising Ducks: 8 Tips For a Friendly Flock

Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Raising Ducks to be Friendly & Calm Takes More Work than Chickens, But Will Reap the Benefits

What to Feed Baby Ducks for Proper Nutrition

Poultry | Waterfowl |
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Proper Nutrition for Healthy Ducklings

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