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Derek Shirk
Derek Shirk is the sales manager at Shirlock Acres and the author behind their blog. He's passionate about ducks and works to support customers by sharing helpful insights from the farm.
All You Need to Know About Silver Appleyard Ducks
Silver Appleyard ducks are a dual-purpose breed known for their striking plumage, dependable egg production, and calm temperament. Originally developed as a utility breed, Silver Appleyards offer a balance of productivity and personality that makes them a popular choice for…
All You Need to Know About the Pekin Duck Breed
Pekin ducks are one of the most recognizable farm duck breeds, known for their pure white plumage, orange bills and legs, bright upright stance, and full, rounded bodies. They are friendly, social, talkative, and adaptable, which makes them a strong…
What Do Khaki Campbell Ducks Eat?
Khaki Campbell ducks are excellent foragers. They spend much of the day searching for insects, worms, slugs, snails, and other small creatures. They will also nibble on grasses, weeds, and algae as they explore their environment. Even though Khaki Campbells…
What Do Silver Appleyard Ducks Eat?
Silver Appleyards are known to be excellent foragers, but foraging alone is not enough to meet their nutritional needs. To support healthy growth, egg production, and overall health, Silver Appleyard ducks need a balanced diet that includes duck feed, natural…
What Do Pekin Ducks Eat?
If you’re raising Pekin ducks, one of the first questions you’ll run into is what exactly they should be eating. A proper diet plays a major role in how well your ducks grow, how healthy they stay, and how consistently…
The Ultimate Guide to Different Duck Breeds
Choosing the right duck breed is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when building a flock. Some breeds are known for exceptional egg production, while others stand out for meat quality, temperament, or their ability to thrive in…
A Dinosaur? – Muscovy Duck Myths vs. Facts
So you think you know ducks? Well, let me introduce you to the Muscovy. The duck that isn’t quite like the rest. It’s called a duck, but it hardly quacks. In fact, if you were blindfolded and heard one hissing…
How to Manage Your Laying Ducks Through the Winter: Winter Egg Laying Guide for Consistent Production
Winter is the season when most backyard duck owners see egg numbers drop or stop completely. Shorter days, lower temperatures, and heavier moisture loads all send natural signals to ducks to conserve energy rather than produce eggs. But with the…
Duck Care Guide: How To Take Care Of Ducks in The Winter
Winter’s coming, and while you’re bundling up in cozy layers, your backyard flock of ducks and other feathered friends might be waddling around like, “Cold? What’s that?” Well, not quite—but almost! Ducks are surprisingly tough, but when the snow starts…
Can I Have Ducks In Pennsylvania?
Can I Have Ducks In Pennsylvania? Are you looking to get ducks in Pennsylvania? You’ve come to the right place! We’ve provided you with the information you need to get your own ducks, including whether a permit is needed, the…