This article published in January, discusses how the quality of ostrich feathers is a key indicator to healthier chicks. Ostrich feather quality is a key indicator to health in the same manner the sheen on the coat of all livestock … Continue reading →
Over the years many of us have regularly received enquiries from newcomers to the industry to supply eggs and/or chicks. All too often the numbers requested are simply too small to be a viable proposition – not viable for either … Continue reading →
The founders of the association recognised the need for an association that could provide a forum not only for those investing in the industry but of equal importance those wishing to purchase ostrich products. An email received by the secretary … Continue reading →
Over the years many photos of ostrich were taken with some sent to us. Recently there was reason to discuss the issue of how to visually judge bird development. These illutrations were put together with several photos side by side … Continue reading →
The FAO recently published “World agriculture: towards 2015/2030”. The publication confirms the ongoing demand for meat. Figure 1 illustrates the ever increasing dominance of pig and poultry meat. Note how poultry consumption is growing at a far greater rate than … Continue reading →
