DUCK VS CHICKEN - Eggcellent reasons to raise DUCKS!

[@calamaridog]

Currently enjoying duck eggs and chicken eggs at our place here in VA. My Swedish ducks don't lay very many eggs but they are good quality. And the extra males that hatch make a fine meal.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

We haven't butchered any ducks yet. If you are looking for ducks that are REALLY good egg producers you might want to get some Khaki Campbells. They lay over 300 days a year!

[@stovelover63]

There is a breed of chickens called production reds, ( red star ) is the ones that my wife buys. They lay a egg every day year around and they lay very large eggs. Thanks for the video, al

[@heatherbrewer1586]

I now cannot wait to have ducks!!! My husband and I are in the learning stage of our journey and though we wanted a few ducks before watching this video we now focus on that as a goal as we cannot have them where we currently are due to zoning regulations. Your enthusiasm is infectious and we appreciate the information too!!

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

That is awesome Heather! We moved to the country because we weren't allowed to have chickens and it was just chance that we even have ducks. One of our friends was moving and she gave us 3 ducks and that was 4 years ago. We now have about 17 ducks now and we really would like to get to 100 laying hens. Good luck on your journey! Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@Greenwashedhipppie]

I am the last person who ever thought they would be raising ducks. I personally don't like the racket ducks make, but then I discovered Muscovy and the rest is history.

[@Greenwashedhipppie]

KuroiMushi Not Muscovy, they are flat quackless. Never heard a peep from the adults, chicks just make litte song bird chirps.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Joseph we don't mind the quacking and they don't do it all the time. Right now they aren't making a quack. We think it is fun to hear them and it hasn't bothered us but everyone is different. Thanks for watching and the info on the Muscovy ducks!

[@Greenwashedhipppie]

Big Pond Farm Glad they are working out for you. My neighbors, who are at least 300 yards away, and over a hilltop had ducks and those critters never shut up. Maybe they where call ducks? Being able to keep the muscovy in my fences is a huge bonus. Chickens roam to much, and once they leave the electric fence line it's coyote diner. I have a few survivors that learn to hang with the sheep, and the dog, and not roam the hills. Realy helps keep the sheep health, having the chickens on the pasture at the same time.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Sounds like you have a good operation!

[@Greenwashedhipppie]

Having a good year with my flock. 9 lambs from 6 ewes. Life is good.

[@hart796]

Great info! I never knew ducks laid more eggs plus better nutritional value to their eggs! Power on Omega III!!!

[@kirstenwhitworth8079]

Awww! I also raise ducks because of slugs, and bugs, and other garden thugs. Plus, they gleyed my pond, eat voles, and are such happy, gentle, cheerful souls to have around. They are so fun to watch. Most of all, though, they do better in cold, wet PNW winters than I think chickens would.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

LOL Garden Thugs! I can definitely see them doing better in your climate than chickens. It is amazing the kind of weather that ducks can be happy in. Glad to hear that there are more duck lovers out there. Thanks so much for watching!

[@AZFarms]

Yes, Duck eggs are awesome! Thanks for the video Mike

[@onewheeler_]

DUCK YAH! This video is great dude. We just started our first batch of 6 & getting 6 more for Duck Yah Farms. Thanks for sharing your knowledge on Ducks vs Chickens.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thanks! I hope you enjoy your ducks as much as I enjoy raising ours. Thanks so much for watching!

[@karenrouth2056]

Hi Mike! I have a serious question: How is the mosquito situation with the pond? I'm considering creating a decent size pond (I have a well too!) but the fact it won't be too far from the house is a concern since mosquitos and midges love to feast on me!!!!! I have four Indian runner ducks but am planning to increase my duck flock in the near future as I think the eggs will sell really well in my area (south east coast of Italy!!) as I don't know anyone who sells them and they are very costly in the supermarket if you can get them at all!!! Another helpful video, thank you

[@kalnayfarmstead8577]

Nice video. What's the difference in egg-laying 'life' between your ducks and hens.

[@sherrywatkins308]

I know this is an older video but I got me some Campbell's today finally moved and been bringing up babies lol

[@nonnieleb98]

Looking forward to more of your vids on ducks. Can hardly wait. :)

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

We are so glad that you like them nonnieleb98!

[@christiebetts4970]

I was wondering,my chickens tend to lay eggs in the morning and I don't let them free range until after they lay in their nest boxes.Do ducks have that laying pattern and do you keep them confined at a certain time to cut down on eggs being laid all over the property?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Great question Christie! Yes the ducks normally lay at night and in the morning. We keep them in their fence area until around 10:30am or sometimes they don't get let out until noon.

[@biglou4452]

Do Mascovy ducks lay lots of eggs too and also nutritious as your breed of ducks because this breed of mascovy ducks are quiet especially if I'm in a neighborhood which I cant have them quacking...

[@MrWeeb-xq1dd]

Plus they are adorable

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Yes they are! Thanks for watching king simon!

[@thebelhumeurs1086]

This was a GREAT vid!!! QUESTION: Would you mind doing a "How to Get Started With Ducks" video for those of us now VERY interested!?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you Humor! We are working on how to videos specifically for ducks. Make sure you sign up for our mailing list so you can get free info. You can sign up here: bit.ly/bigpondfarm

[@66bigbuds]

Never saw duck eggs that small. But we fed layer mash with the cracked corn. 🌽 And we raised pekins.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

I can imagine that Pekins do lay larger eggs than our Khaki Campbells. Ours are larger than chicken eggs and sometimes we will get really large double yolkers. Thanks for watching green toes!

[@arielhegsted1099]

I am so glad I found your channel! Very informational, thank you. I do have a question, and I am having troubles finding answers... When I collect eggs in the morning, they are pretty dirty. Are there any suggestions on how to help keep eggs cleaner before they are collected?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Glad you found us Ariel!! You can nesting material in the nesting boxes that you provide for you ducks but that doesn't always work because ours lay where ever they want to. We sell our eggs so I do wash them and when I wash them I use a scrub pad to get all the mud off of them. Sorry I can't be more helpful! We appreciate you watching!

[@yasminghani2073]

Really enjoy watching your video

[@markwmyers9113]

Thank you. You do very good impression of duck call.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you Mark!

[@PatriciaRobison]

I love your videos!!! Keep up the great work.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you Patricia!

[@Celestes_Nest]

I'm so glad to find your channel!! I think I may change my duck order for next week! WOW!!! Thanks for sharing!

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

We are so glad that you found our channel and find value in our videos!! Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@dananelson3534]

I've wondered at the difference. Thanks for the information.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

You're welcome!

[@justplaindon7704]

Very informative video. LOL, good thing for my chickens that I like them. I'm definitely going to keep an eye out for these duck > chicken videos.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

We like our chickens too but we love our ducks! Thanks for the comment Don!

[@garypeacock0529]

Great information, wish i was closer to you guys to get duck eggs.....

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thanks GL Peacock! Where are you from?

[@garypeacock0529]

LaGrange Ga. On the West,central, Ga

[@garypeacock0529]

LaGrange Ga.. 13 miles from Al line......

[@garypeacock0529]

LaGrange Ga. about 15 miles from Alabama.....

[@neillawrence944]

Thanks for the info. I love your facial expressions.

[@josephvalentine7]

Wow , I didn't kno those two things Thanks

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Glad we could teach you a thing or two! Thank you for all your comments Joseph!

[@kirankmenon3226]

i m still trying to decide on whether to go with chickens or ducks. I am planning for a small pond (say 4 feet X 4 feet X 4 feet) for edible fishes (tilapias sort). assume i go with a handful of ducks (say 5 to 6) for personal use, do u see a potential problem with the ducks using the same pond that the fishes resides in ?

[@nathanmacdonald5017]

Great video,but why do you still raise chickens for eggs ?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

We started with chickens several years ago and our customers still want them, and we still like them too. Thanks for watching Nathan!

[@HeartinessApproach]

We are already convinced that we want ducks. One concern, we live by a river, that has lots of wild ducks, how far do ducks wander or how does one keep them from leaving?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

We haven't had a problem with our ducks wandering off. You want to make sure they are conditioned to where home is before you let them roam free. I would keep them fenced in until they know where to come for food and housing.

[@HeartinessApproach]

Good to know. Thank you.

[@TRuth.T]

Where can you find egg cartons that a doz, eggs fit in?

[@guderian1570]

Thanks for your video mike شكرا

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you for watching!!!

[@FellwolfX]

This was the exact video I needed, thanks dude!

[@Pwnage11c]

Is the price the same for feeding them? Debating on getting ducks with the chickens...

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Yes Charles, it is pretty much the same to feed ducks and chickens. Duck are a little more picky when it comes to table scraps but other than that it doesn't cost more to raise them. Thanks for watching!

[@rcforrichard6245]

Haha eggsalent video. How do you keep the ducks from flying away.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thanks RC! We appreciate you watching and commenting! We raise Khaki Campbells and they can glide but they do not fly.

[@ameliaroque3854]

Glide, what?

[@stephaniemac4637]

I tried duck eggs for the first time today...they were yummy! Very filling too.

[@dreamingofbeingfree1217]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

You are very welcome!

[@dreamingofbeingfree1217]

Big Pond Farm Do you fertilize your vegetable garden?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Yes we typically use organic bone and blood meal along with compost to add nutrients back into the soil.

[@dreamingofbeingfree1217]

Big Pond Farm Nice.👍

[@charlseyoft8899]

I just love your videos! And you nailed it btw :)

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you Charlsey! We are so glad that you enjoyed our video and we appreciate you watching!

[@ginoy007]

What's your opinion on Cayuga ducks? Also are these Khakis loud?

[@jeaniewhelch7721]

All good reasons to have ducks. BUT>>>>the one egg I tried tasted like rubber! UCK! Was it that particular egg, or do they all taste that way??

[@lillymaypatterson6375]

I hope you have the time to answer some of the questions posted here. My chickens will fly over their fence once in a while, but they usually come to the house or the dogs herd them to me. I'll cut one wing. It usually works. Is it the same with ducks?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thanks for the question LillyMay! Even though the ducks have been bred to not fly well, I still suggest clipping the wings like you have done for your chickens. I have personally seen our ducks get a running start and glide over our fence with unaltered wings. (Also for others that may be wandering you only clip one wing)

[@sonyagregory5711]

Love Love Love the Duck! I really want to get some duck eggs, however several people in our family, cousins I think have had a reaction to duck eggs. So I'm sort of afraid to try them. How does one know if they are truly allergic to duck eggs, before you eat one. My cousin Rita's husband made her a beautiful wedding anniversary dinner of Peking duck and somehow used duck eggs in the recipe. She ended up in the ER. They told her that she is not allergic to the duck itself, however she is allergic to the duck eggs. Weird, huh? One would think if you are allergic to a duck egg, then you would be allergic to a duck too! Go Figure! I hope that I am not allergic to either. Ducks are soooo cool! I will do some research to see how you can find out if you are allergic to duck eggs. Amazing video! Thanks Again! And please tell your wonderful beautiful wife she does and amazing job on these videos! And I also think that she is a wonderful Mom! Journey On!

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Sonya, Thank you so much for your lovely kind words. We do these videos as a team. Mike does most of the filming and I do most of the editing. Thank you so much for the mommy love! ~Lacie PS My Dad and Brother do not do well with duck eggs. I don't think it is a true allergy but their stomachs do not appreciate them. I think it is pretty rare for someone to have a reaction to duck eggs though.

[@kemosabe170]

I am deathly allergic to chicken eggs from soy fed chickens. Chickens fed wholesomely, with other whole grains that I grind myself, give me no problem. I think a lot of the allergies have to do with what the animal is fed. Also, quail are known for anti-allergy properties . . . .

[@hakachukai]

Another major advantage of choosing ducks over chickens is the lack of noise. Mainly because you don't have to deal with roosters or listen to their crowing.

[@iarellano27]

I have a female duck that is not laying eggs and she is free range with a drake any ideas why she is not laying eggs?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Hello Spider Man! I have a couple of questions about your hen. 1) How old is she? 2) Had she been laying eggs? 3) What breed of duck is she?

[@iarellano27]

Big Pond Farm I have no idea how old is she but I know she is a Muscovy duck

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Ok we don't have Muscovys but we have had ours stop laying for a little while. Muscovy ducks only lay around 200 eggs per year so it could be a couple things. She could be molting, she may not be getting enough protein in her diet, and you need to check her to see if she had mites or lice. These are places to start from. She could also be past her prime laying years. I hope this answers some questions. If you have any more questions just let me know.

[@iarellano27]

Big Pond Farm sorry for the late reply but what should I feed her so she starts laying eggs?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

What are you feeding her? If she is just free ranging then you need to supplement her with layer feed. We feed our ducks the same layer feed that we give to our chickens. You can buy layer feed at Tractor Supply or your local feed store.

[@kelisurfs247]

Mike, what do duck eggs taste like?

[@noworriessoap5494]

I would have never known that ducks outlaid chickens - thank you for the information!

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

You're welcome!

[@WhimsicalWonderFarm]

Oh my goodness you are a quackup. haha great video!

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you Whimsical!

[@thebelhumeurs1086]

Lol...hehehehe!

[@White_Owl217]

Justin Rhodes brought me here and now I have a baby duck named sunshine

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you for joining us! It is always good to hear about new farm animals!

[@newhopehaven]

yay, so glad you did this video! love my ducks

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

We are so glad that you liked the video! We love our ducks too! Thanks for watching!

[@oneofthoseguys2019]

why aren't duck eggs sold at supermarkets?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

I think about the only place you will find them is at small grocery stores. We sell ours to a small grocery store. I don't think they carry the demand that chicken eggs do.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

There are a number of things I wished the grocery stores sold, i.e. duck eggs, goat and deer meat, etc. But I think people should buy directly more from farms. I am sure there is a farm in your area that sells duck eggs.

[@pamelacharles4124]

I love your videos thank for the information peace

[@EventheSparrowHomestead]

Hi Mike, Maybe y'all answered this already but a few questions. So if duck eggs are more nutrient rich then chicken eggs have you switched to eating primarily duck eggs and raise meat chickens? Also, do you know where if it's the same for all breeds of ducks as far as having a 1/5 ratio for male to female? Thanks for putting out some good videos! Sincerely, ETSH.

[@welshharlequin7722]

Because they are happier than chickens. At least they make US happier than chickens. :) Bwahahaha!

[@michaelantonio1367]

Great info on Duck eggs but the music is a little loud FYI.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you Michael! Sorry about the music, but are glad that you liked the info.

[@nightwolf1073]

Awesome fact! Your videos make me smile :)

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you! So glad you enjoy our videos!

[@tumba3182]

love your videos

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you Tumba!

[@jeromesmith1662]

Hey...we raised ducks when I was young. Always liked ducks better. They seemed to have something special about them.

[@alandenniston8209]

Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

You are very welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@lilstepnoel]

Personally I didn't know all these things about ducks. Thank you!

[@psychobunny32]

don't forget that ducks don't destroy your garden with scratching at soil, you need a butter-knife to crack open the hard-shelled eggs, and duck eggs better for baking breads/cakes, etc.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

You are exactly right Missy Rabbit! Duck don't destroy your garden, their egg shells are much harder and they are better for baking. Thanks so much for your comment!!

[@keithmitchell2481]

you didnt mention the super high chlestrol

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Cholesterol is not bad for you.

[@keithmitchell2481]

@@MikeTheFitFarmer The only minus point that duck eggs have is the considerably higher cholesterol content, compared to chicken eggs. 100 gm of duck eggs will contain 884 mg of cholesterol, compared to 425 mg in chicken eggs.The recommended daily intake of dietary cholesterol for the average healthy person is about 300 milligrams per day

[@mizzsallyann]

awesome video!

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you Sally!

[@nefariousvii5255]

do you need to eat duck eggs *raw* to have these effects?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

No you don't have to eat them raw.

[@nefariousvii5255]

Okay!!! ill tell my mom this! she will be ***happy***

[@garyhuang11]

what do ducks eat?

[@mikeponte]

Nice video.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you for watching Michael!

[@noemidinero]

Good info.!!

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Glad you like it!

[@Carlie_flower]

Idk why but your voice reminds me of a louder Crafsman. I think maybe it's your "accent". He's a lot more soft spoken on his channel but the way y'all pronounce words, y'all always remind me of each other lol Highly recommend the Crafsman, he's great. You're great too. Hmmmm maybe I've stumbled upon a conspiracy... Crafsman... Duckman...

[@PeasandQuietHomestead]

Great info!

[@berlinmittte]

at what age ducks start laying eggs?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Normally around 6 to 7 months they will start laying. Thanks so much for watching!

[@johnwebster3072]

Plus they dont crow. How do they do defending themselves against predators compared to chicks ? Fun video !

[@mangoyacho]

Do duck eggs taste the same as chicken eggs?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

I think if they are scrambled they taste the same. If you fry them out the duck eggs can become a little rubbery especially if they cook too fast.

[@mangoyacho]

Thank you for the info. I am definitely going to do the necessary groundwork for a little duck pond and coop. We are now going into summer here in South Africa so the ducks will enjoy frolicking in the pond while I enjoy their eggs!

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Great!! We are looking forward to Autumn here.

[@66bigbuds]

All the old folks told us they were richer and better for baking

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Yes! Bakers love duck eggs because they make baked goods fluffier. Thank you for watching!

[@clarenceclayden1106]

so are you saying that ducks lay more eggs than chickens?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Depends on the duck breed. Khaki Campbell ducks will out lay chickens, hands down.

[@clarenceclayden1106]

@@MikeTheFitFarmer Thanks Mike, your such an eggspert on ducks ;)

[@biglou4452]

What's the name again of your duck's? 🤔

[@jackfrost3033]

I had Yellow Gold Chicken 5 Too Many Twins

[@mariacarrasquillo5693]

can to tell male from female when there small ducklings?

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

We don't know how to sex ducklings. I think there may be some videos on KZbin but we just wait until they start changing colors.

[@stephaniemac4637]

I get mine from a lady at work who has chickens and ducks..

[@brianmikus6023]

We have a flock of 14 ducks. The only thing that ducks don't do that chickens do is scratch a till soil. My ducks trample and pack the soil, compost, and mulch. Do you see your ducks and chickens working together when it comes to turning over soil? This is the only reason I'm considering getting chickens. I'd like them to turn my compost pile better. The ducks love the compost but I have to continuously turn it so they can get into it.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Hey Brian! Yes ducks do just kinda trample the ground into a muddy mess but if you move them to a new location they grass that grows back is super green and thick. As far as chickens they will scratch and turn your compost but you still may have to turn it a little but not as much as with ducks, it will also depend on how many chickens you have and how big your compost pile is. Hope this answers your question. Thanks for watching!

[@brianmikus6023]

I've done some things that have minimized the mess of ducks. First, I built a platform out of 2x4s. I made a frame frame with hardware cloth that I keep under their water supply, Which is a 4" pvc with 2"x3" slots cut out for them to drink through. I have a float valve that keeps the pvc full. Water can drip through the platform out of ducks reach. (I also drop seeds & beans through the mesh in the summer to sprout and the ducks eat them when they grow through the platform. ) I keep about 4" of hardwood mulch in their pen that they stay in when they are not out foraging in the yard. The mulch absorbs excess water without becoming a mud pit. We get the mulch for free or really cheap from tree services in the area. The great thing is the mulch provides a great medium for earth worms which the ducks also love. I flip the mulch every other day. In the summer I also find black soldier fly larvae in the mulch under the feeder since I raise them nearby. Then I built an elevated pond for them. The pond is about 16" above ground level. I built a deck around it from rough planks that I get for free from a nearby sawmill. I left gaps for excess water to drain down and away from the mud miners (ducks). So for the most part, mine aren't messy. I will be working on a filter for the pond this spring so I don't have to change the water out as often. Maybe I'll mane a video of all of the stuff I mentioned. I do have a video that shows some of it but not showcasing it.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

That sounds really cool! I would like to see your set up.

[@brianmikus6023]

Here's my flock. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYPWcpmogst-acU

[@brianmikus6023]

I'll make a video tomorrow if the weather holds out. We're supposed to get snow again tomorrow. Happy spring. For the winter I used a 50 gallon stock tank with a heater and a deck on top of it so they could only access through a 3" gap on one side. Had plenty of water instead of ice. The deck kept them from attempting to swim or lounge in the hot tub.

[@NickCal304]

Quackkkk = yessss

[@kajallison8896]

we had spoilt chickens and they laid twice a day !

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Wow twice a day. That is awesome! Wish ours would do that. lol

[@aggadan]

Duck Eggs are better, I have a khaki as house pet, She lays everyday shes annoying as she lays them in bed with my son, She is extremely lovable, I would recommend get ducks

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Wow an inside duck! I don't think I could handle it. lol Our Khaki Campbells aren't as affectionate as yours. Thank you so much for watching and commenting! ~ Lacie

[@iwantosavemoney]

nice

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you! We appreciate you watching!

[@ericostlie6487]

Awesome video just change your profile pic to show you with a Duck on your shoulder and then you will be the Duck MAN!! Thanks for the info...

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Eric that would be a good picture, but I'm not sure the duck would be as cooperative as the chicken was. lol Thank you for watching! ~ Lacie

[@SitanshuNandanTheStansho]

Rami Malek is so versatile.

[@stevenbailey80]

music loud. but I just woke up too

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thanks for the feedback Steven!

[@hi-ot8kf]

Ducks are cute and can be kept as pets and taste good too (not saying you should kill pet ducks)

[@ameliaroque3854]

Ducks can fly.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Not all ducks have the ability to fly.

[@funkykenan]

Duck eggs are subtly sweeter than chicken counterpart

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

I like them better than chicken eggs! How about you?

[@funkykenan]

@@MikeTheFitFarmer Hell yeah. They're bigger, sweeter, just overall taste better. And more nutritious, as per your video! Been eating duck eggs just because, but if it's more nutritious all the better!

[@charliesmith643]

Never had duck eggs.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Mike loves them and prefers them over chicken eggs. ~ Lacie

[@joeskinner5236]

So chicken eggs are better?

[@MistressOP]

agree. if you are a small farmer and your raising chickens instead of turkey, ducks, and quail. you're crazy. lol with a side of meat pigeons. utility. if you make your way into the ethnic markets and restaurants. it's where the money actually is. The saddest thing about farming today is everyone's trying to sell meat, corn, and potatoes. trying to run after that cash crop without realizing what people actually want to eat and what markets are open for you really in your community. I had a friend in Norcal who actually walked the streets and ask people what they want to buy in his area. turn out it was something weird. he grew that learn how made good money. why are farms dying? cos they don't listen to what the customer wants or explain what they are selling when they got something food and interesting.

[@ronkane4426]

Like your attitude!

[@texaspoultry7868]

We love duck eggs!

[@markwmyers9113]

Do your ducks eat table scraps and yard waste like chickens? Don't much about ducks.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Hey Mark! Duck are more picky than chickens, they do love lettuce and other greens though.

[@craigmooring2091]

Reason No. 3: Ducks are good looking; chickens are ugly. I'm betting another reason is the going rate for duck eggs is higher.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Yes we are able to sell the duck eggs for a higher price. Thanks for watching Craig!

[@ronkane4426]

Do you sell duck eggs for $6.00/doz.?

[@vidyabhaskar806]

but the disease that they get sometimes is like surprise

[@justinmontagne6543]

I'm sorry but ducks do not lay more eggs than chickens.... I love ducks but they are only justifiable if you have water on your property because they make such a mess.

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Actually it depends on the breed of duck as to how much they lay. Khaki Campbells (like we have) can lay 300+ eggs a year and you are hard pressed to find any chicken that can lay that many.

[@nopej5573]

gucks are pretty

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thanks Bj!

[@kt3300]

Luv your videos

[@MikeTheFitFarmer]

Thank you kt330 mac!! We appreciate you watching!