Prolific Khaki Campbells
I recommend the Khaki Campbell duck breed to readers. Only a few of them are needed for a constant supply of eggs and meat; I’ve found them to lay more eggs than the average chicken. I once kept only two of them, and got at least one egg a day, often two, and meat of excellent quality. They have good foraging instincts and like to be let out to search for slugs, snails, worms, and weeds in the garden. Their tame, pleasant character makes them return to their pen afterward. Like all ducks, Khaki Campbells love and need water, so it’s best to build a small pond for them, although I let mine enjoy a plastic kiddie pool. These energetic ducks need plenty of space to move around.