Preparing for a new flock of Pekin ducks

Poultry World and Grimaud Freres describe 7 essential points to take into account when preparing for a new flock. The first 3 days of a duck’s life determine the rest of its existence. Unlike Muscovy ducks, Pekin ducks are fast-growing, so it is necessary to ensure they can grow properly as soon as they arrive at the farm. Pekin ducks are often seen as one of the easiest poultry species to manage. They are less sensitive to problems in early life compared to broilers, less disease prone comp