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Duck Facts
 Indiana is home to two of only seven companies in the U.S. currently processing ducks. Maple Leaf Farms in Milford, Indiana processes 11 million ducks per year, while Culver Duck in Middlebury, Indiana processes two million ducks annually. These companies operate company managed farms as well as contract with individual farmers to raise ducks.
Indiana-processed ducks are sold primarily to U.S. retail markets, such as catering businesses, hotels, and restaurants. These businesses purchase whole ducklings and duck parts such as duck legs, roast duckling, marinated and non-marinated ducks. Additionally, duck feathers are sold in the U.S. and internationally for use in comforters, pillows, and down-filled clothing.
Source: Office of the Commissioner of Agriculture, Indiana Department of Commerce and Maple Leaf Farms Corporate Headquarters.
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