When it comes to types of poultry you can profitably raise on a homestead, there’s SO much more to choose from than just chickens or ducks! Check out this list for some pros and cons of 11 types of domestic poultry – some might surprise you. On our homestead, we've loved raising ducks, quail and chickens. The ducks are our favorites, but shhh...don't tell the chickens! Next year, I'm excited to add geese and turkeys. What type of homestead poultry do you most enjoy raising?