If you want to attract waterfowl, you should consider planting food plots. The right type of seeds can help attract waterfowl and increase duck populations. The best time to plant food plots is during the spring or summer. Most duck and goose species are migratory, so creating a food plot increases the chances that they will stop through your area.
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Golden Millet
Golden Millet is a very common duck food plot seed. It grows well on wet soils and is best for areas with a high water table. If you live in an area that receives a lot of downpours and see high water tables, you should consider purchasing this species.
The nutritional value of Golden Millet makes it a great choice for duck food plots. This grain has a low calorie content and is high in vitamins and minerals. It also helps to boost the immune system and provides energy. Golden Millet is also great for human consumption and is an excellent choice for feeding to children and pets.
Brown Top Millet grass
If you’re looking for a grain that is popular with waterfowl, Brown Top Millet grass is an excellent choice. This warm season annual millet does well in dry, well-drained soil. It grows to a height of two to four feet and produces a lot of seed. It’s a good choice for food plots and does well as a cover crop. It also makes a good nurse grass in permanent grass plantings. It matures in 60-70 days, and is a heavy producer.
Brown Top Millet grass for duck foodplot seed comes in two varieties, Golden and Japanese. Both are suitable for planting in food plots for ducks. It is important to plant it in a well-drained area with ample moisture. Planting it in the early spring will help the birds to find it easily. Once mature, you can flood the food plot as early as September.
Chufa
Chufas grow in well-drained soil, so you must prepare the soil before you plant the seed. Make sure the soil is clear of weeds and other grasses. In fall, lightly disk the soil to make it more fertile. Chufas grow best when the soil temperature stays above 65 degrees. Once planted, they take about 110-110 days to mature.
Chufa seed should be planted in rotational plots. To attract the birds, plant a few seeds near acorn trees and other food sources. Chufas should be planted at a rate of 25-50 pounds per acre, depending on the size of the plot.
Winter wheat
Winter wheat is a great choice for feeding waterfowl. It will not mature into seed-heads and is a prime food source for waterfowl. Additionally, it will be an excellent source of energy for waterfowl, as it contains high levels of antioxidants.
Winter wheat is a hardy crop that can be planted in most parts of the country. It grows well in wet soil, but is also tolerant of dry conditions. It is also good for deer and other wildlife.
Ryegrass
If you’re planning to plant a waterfowl food plot, ryegrass is an excellent choice. It grows well in lowland and adjoining areas and provides a rich diversity of grains and seeds for ducks and geese. It can be broadcasted or applied using a grain drill in late spring.
Japanese millet is another excellent choice for duck food plots. It can be planted at a rate of 35-50 pounds per acre. It can be harvested in about 90 days and is suitable for flooded areas. It is a fast-growing, low-maintenance food plot seed that will attract multiple duck species.
