Waterfowl (incl ducks & geese)

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Asia dominates global waterfowl production

On a global scale, consumption of waterfowl products is playing a minor role. Yet, production has grown considerably in recent decades. Asia is clearly taking the lead, with China undoubtedly in a dominating position.
By Dr Hans-Wilhelm Windhorst, University of Vechta, Germany Even though numerous analyses on patterns and dynamics of hen egg and chicken meat production and trade are available, almost no... read more »

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Small scale breeder farms still thriving in Vietnam

Back yard farming in South Vietnam still plays a significant role in duck production, for both meat and egg bird types. Nam Mong has specialised in supplying day-old-ducklings to farmers from his small-scale hatchery for decades. Thus, he is successfully meeting local demand. read more >

The essence of mineral nutrition for ducks

Proper nutrition schemes are essential for ducks to thrive under commercial conditions. In this respect, trace minerals play an important role for the development of physiological functions such as feathering, bone development and immunity. Organic minerals have the potential benefit of improving mineral utilisation whilst reducing their excretion. read more >

Bangkok Ranch a big player in the global duck industry!

The Thailand-based Bangkok Ranch duck company used to be a local player. Following a troublesome period, together with the help of a new financial partner, it has made a new start. Meanwhile, the company expanded its capacity, took over a Dutch company and became a major player in the global duck market. Read more…   read more >

Peking duck breeders require special management

Peking duck breeder production is a highly specialised area of commercial poultry activities. The reproduction capacity of parent stock is very high and ranks between that of a layer and broiler breeder. However, there are a number of aspects in the management requirement of this species that make Peking duck breeders distinctively unique and interesting to work with. read more >

Breeding for the Future

The duck meat market has grown significantly in recent years and is likely to continue with genetic and husbandry advances, making duck increasingly competitive to other poultry and meat products. Duck meat currently represents less than 10% of total poultry meat production and is largely concentrated in China and southern Asia. read more >
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