We watch the Farm postings on Craigslist every day. As new farmers, we’re always on the hunt for old-timey tools, used farm gear and free things. We’ve scored roofing tin, a chicken plucker, rabbits and, today, a couple of Rouen ducks.

I’ve had my heart set on ducks for a couple of years. I love the way they look (and taste), and I’m interested in how they fit into a traditional farm. My hesitation has been that we don’t have a pond. I believe that ducks should have water, no matter if the books say they can be raised without it. To me, that just seems wrong. We do have a couple of small kiddie pools, so I think that we can support a ducky duo.

-Brian