by Various (Author)
This antiquarian volume comprises a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of preparing duck for the marketplace, containing information on eggs, feathers, manure, killing, and other aspects of market preparation. Complete with simple, clear instructions and a wealth of valuable and practical hints and tips, this timeless text constitutes a must-read for those with little experience in keeping ducks for commercial gain. The chapters of this book include: 'Marketing', 'Wax Method of Plucking', 'Marketing Duck Eggs', 'Selling Duck Feathers', 'Duck Manure', 'Marketing of Duck Eggs', 'Local Markets', 'Acorns', 'Packed Eggs', 'Storing Eggs', 'Passenger Train Rates', 'Goods Train', 'Returned Empties', 'Cleaning Duck Eggs', etcetera. We are proud to republish this antique book, now complete with a new introduction on poultry farming.