Ducks

Ducks

If you’re looking to start a flock of ducks, whether for their eggs, meat or pest control, look no further than Tractor Supply. Get live ducks from us, along with all the poultry essentials you’ll need for raising and caring for them. 

Explore Duck Breeds, Personalities and Purposes

Depending on where you live and your needs, you may only need a few backyard ducks or an entire flock for your farm to utilize. Whatever the case, we offer several options when it comes to duck breeds, which each differing when it comes to egg or meat production and personality. To make it simple to find the right birds, you can shop our selection by: 

Breed

Our live ducks come in different breeds, helping you find the exact kind you’re looking for. If you want one that can be both raised for meat or kept as a pet, consider Pekin ducks. For egg production, explore buff or khaki Campbell breeds. When you want a duck to keep solely as a pet, Cayuga and Black Swedish ducks are popular choices. We also carry assorted options that provide a mix of several varieties.

Purpose

Ducks can be owned and raised for different purposes. When you’re looking for poultry that produce delicious eggs for cooking and baking, or planning to raise ducks for their meat, we can meet your needs. If you want to show ducks at fairs, choose ducks bred for exhibition purposes. No matter the breed, all ducks can also help play a role in pest control on your property, as they love to eat bugs and even ticks and their smaller hosts.  

Egg Production Rate

Egg-laying ducks produce different rates of eggs annually, depending on their breed. Our ducks can lay anywhere from 180 to 290 eggs per year, which is an important consideration when choosing a breed. From fresh eggs for daily breakfast to selling them at farmer’s markets, you must choose the right duck breed that makes the most sense for your egg goals. 

Personality

Different duck breeds often have varying personalities, affecting affect how they interact with other animals and people. For instance, if you’re looking for a duck to keep as a pet, opt for one with a calm, docile and friendly personality. Ducks that are docile, fast growers and good foragers are often ideal for new duck owners. 

Egg Color and Size

Our ducks often lay white eggs, but we also carry breeds that lay them in other colors if that’s what you prefer. Discover ducks that lay blue, green and even black eggs for unique offerings, or find ones that lay large and extra-large eggs that weigh more.

Get Live Ducks from Tractor Supply

Whether you’ve owned ducks before and want to start again or you want to raise them for the first time, we are proud to offer various duck breeds and personalities to support your Life Out Here. To view the ducks we have available, visit your local Tractor Supply store today or shop our selection online.