Chicken Eggs Too Pricey? DUCK On Over To Caliendo Farms In High Falls

Once considered a specialty ingredient for gourmet desserts, duck eggs have taken flight—figuratively.

As chicken egg prices continue to skyrocket, duck eggs have, well… soared in popularity.

Sales have increased, and more Hudson Valley restaurants and home cooks are switching to this nutrient-packed, longer-lasting, and richer-tasting alternative.

Are Duck Eggs the Better Option?

According to the USDA National Nutrient Database, duck eggs aren’t just bigger than chicken eggs—they’re more nutritious and flavorful.

A typical duck egg weighs around 70 grams, compared to 63 grams for a jumbo chicken egg, and contains more protein, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and vitamins A, B6, and B12.

Duck eggs have thicker shells that keep them fresher and longer.

Their whites turn blue-tinted when boiled, while the yolks develop a deep red-orange color, thanks to their rich nutrient content.

For bakers, duck eggs are still a secret weapon, adding extra structure and richness to cakes, cookies, and pastries.

But that doesn't mean the amateur breakfast lover can't partake in this new trend.

Caliendo Duck Eggs in High Falls offers a reliable option for those buying fresh, local duck eggs.

The small, free-range duck farm has been selling eggs for the past four years and recently expanded its flock.

The farm raises Jumbo Pekin, White Duclair, Cayuga, Welsh Harlequin, and Silver Appleyards, ensuring a variety of egg sizes.

These ducks roam freely on acres of land, with access to Kripplebush Creek in warmer months.

During the winter, they’re kept happy with fresh fruits and vegetables to satisfy their love for foraging.

Unlike factory farms, Caliendo’s ducks are pets, not products—when they stop laying, they retire to a life of leisure. - R/HudsonValley

How to Get Fresh Duck Eggs

Right now, eggs are available by request only due to the cold weather. Prices:

$8 for 6 Jumbo Pekin eggs
$8 for 12 mixed duck eggs

Those interested in making the switch can pick up fresh duck eggs at 2551 Lucas Turnpike in High Falls, NY (12440).

Duck eggs are proving to be the fresher, tastier, and more nutrient-rich alternative—and for many in the Hudson Valley, they’re quickly becoming the new go-to.