A recent article published in World Poultry discusses work carried out by Aviagen’s specialist hatchery team who are successfully developing a technique to hatch eggs with extended storage time. To achieve this they are evaluating improved ways of handling, storing … Continue reading →
The PigSite ran an article discussing the importance of keeping good records focusing on measuring feed conversion. The article illustrates how just a small improvement can make a significant difference in the overall profitability. Quote: Producers record numbers born and … Continue reading →
An article entitled The 2010 USDA/HHS Guidelines — A Rather Bizarre Definition of “Nutrient Dense” discusses human nutrition but the principles the author discusses relate to all species. Production Ostrich require nutrient dense rations, so it is important to understand … Continue reading →
We received a press release carrying the following subject title – “Ostriches aren’t chokers and can’t taste a thing either”. This was a discovery of Dr. Martina Crole, who received her doctorate in veterinary science from the University of Pretoria … Continue reading →
Newsletter 104, published in November 2011 discussed a very important question asked by a writer wanting to understand better how to understand dry matter in reference to ostrich rations. The question asked: “Blue mountain recommendation tells 2.1kg/day/bird for maintenance and … Continue reading →
Here we discussed Variables when scientifically evaluating diets of ostrich. Reference was made to Veldt Pasture. Note there was no definitive definition provided for Veld pasture. Figures 1 and 2 are illustrations of two different areas of veld (also known … Continue reading →
This link is to a book that discussed “what is scientifically proven” …. although this particular book related to human nutrition and health, the basic principles of “scientifically proven” remain the same no matter which specie or subject under discussion. … Continue reading →
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 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 World Ostrich Association was formed in September, 2002. The 100th edition of the newsletter was first published in July 2011. It reported, with regret, that the industry continued to witness slow development in production when demand for our products … Continue reading →
