Ok, so I am much more of a deer and hog hunter than a bird hunter. However, I friend of mine lives out in Granger and has a decent sized pond out on the property. Every year we take down a few doves but never really see them in big numbers. It also seems that every time I gut one, it has a belly full of wild maize. Now, I know it is illegal to bait for migratory birds but I have also read that it is ok to plant seed bearing crops that serve a useful purpose. I was thinking sunflowers or maize. In the areas around the pond there are some open fields that are rarely planted on. I read that even disking an open field is legal and can attract birds but I was curious to see if anyone has been down this road before ? What is the best bang for your buck when it comes to planting to draw in birds ? I know I may have to PH test and/or condition the soil, but I am willing to put in the work to make it happen. Any advice is better than none,thanks guys - Texmex