by lucieadmin | Mar 2, 2023
Similar to others species, breeding goals for ducks have primarily focused on production traits like growth, feeding efficiency, specific muscle weight or laying performance. But professionals’ demands in this sector also include the potential for improved...
by lucieadmin | Mar 2, 2023
Today an increasing number of duck farmers are using alternative medicine to improve the state of health of their birds. In the space of just a few years, farming conditions, impacts on the environment and animal welfare have become the main priorities for farmers and...
by lucieadmin | Mar 2, 2023
Grimaud Freres is doing selection on Pekin ducks since 1970. Firstly, Grimaud Freres was doing selection on a traditional way, but since 2012 Grimaud Freres has been investing a lot in new technologies. These investments in research & development have permitted to...
by lucieadmin | Mar 2, 2023
We know the first three days of a duck’s life determine the rest of its existence. Unlike Muscovy ducks, Pekin ducks are fast growing. It is, therefore, necessary to ensure they can grow properly as soon as they arrive at the farm. All the stages described in this...
