Duck farming is growing globally but welfare standards lag behind other poultry species. Key reforms include water access, reduced density, and improved slaughter methods.
Duck welfare reform has achieved significant progress in some regions but still faces resistance in others. The fundamental issue is that ducks have behavioral needs for open water that are systematically denied in intensive systems. Campaign pressure, consumer demand for certified products, and regulatory reform have together moved the industry toward better practices in progressive markets, demonstrating that change is achievable.