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Benefits of Recording Feed Conversion

World Ostrich Association Posted on May 29, 2014 by adminJuly 4, 2022

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 →

Posted in Ostrich Breeding and Genetics, Ostrich Nutrition

What is “scientifically proven”?

World Ostrich Association Posted on February 17, 2014 by adminJuly 4, 2022

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 →

Posted in Ostrich Breeding and Genetics, Ostrich Chicks, Ostrich Economics, Ostrich Eggs, Ostrich Nutrition, Ostrich Production

Body Condition Scoring

World Ostrich Association Posted on November 26, 2013 by adminJuly 4, 2022

Body condition is a visual and subjective assessment which comes naturally to stockmen/women. Good body condition is achieved by a combination of the nutritional program, management and the environment. With ostrich, there remains a lack of experience on how to fully recognise … Continue reading →

Posted in Ostrich Breeding and Genetics, Ostrich Economics, Ostrich Health, Ostrich Nutrition

Genetic Improvement by Natural Selection

World Ostrich Association Posted on November 2, 2013 by adminJuly 4, 2022

Over the years the WOA directors have emphasised the important role of improving the genetic stock as one of the management factors to achieving improved commercial levels of production.  Recently we received a comment that those interested in ostrich farming … Continue reading →

Posted in Ostrich Breeding and Genetics, Ostrich Economics

FAO Global Plan of Action for Animal Genetic Resources

World Ostrich Association Posted on September 22, 2013 by adminJuly 4, 2022

Newsletter No. 95- Item 2 In January 2011 the FAO sent the WOA a questionnaire asking if the WOA had a Global Plan of Action for Animal Genetic Resources and if so for information on that plan. The document was … Continue reading →

Posted in Ostrich Breeding and Genetics

Incubation and Chick Quality

World Ostrich Association Posted on August 29, 2013 by adminJuly 4, 2022

Newsletter No. 93 Pars Reform, the incubator company, has an interesting document entitled “Genetic Progress Inspires Changes in Incubation Technology”.    Reading it, it is important to remember that the progress in poultry production is a direct result of the very … Continue reading →

Posted in Ostrich Breeding and Genetics, Ostrich Nutrition, Ostrich Production

Animal Cloning & Animal Genetic Modification

World Ostrich Association Posted on August 23, 2013 by adminJuly 4, 2022

Newsletter No. 91 – Item 2 At the time of publication (October 2010) these two topics were actively discussed in the press.  Whether or not they are safe for human consumption is not important when it comes to marketing our … Continue reading →

Posted in Ostrich Breeding and Genetics, Ostrich Economics, Ostrich Markets

Optimising Genetic Performance in Ostrich Production

World Ostrich Association Posted on August 17, 2013 by adminJuly 4, 2022

Newsletter No. 89 – Item 1 The current (August 2010) edition of World Poultry carried a key article discussing the search for optimal broiler performance.    The opening statement is true of any commercial livestock production business stating that “the objective … Continue reading →

Posted in Ostrich Breeding and Genetics, Ostrich Economics

Performance Data Drives Improvement

World Ostrich Association Posted on June 27, 2013 by adminJuly 4, 2022

Newletter No. 78 – Item 2 The following is the opening statement of an article on The PigSite: A willingness to try new techniques is integral to Kevin Gilbert’s approach to improving pig production at Womblehill, Aberdeenshire. A recent visit … Continue reading →

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Talking Genetics

World Ostrich Association Posted on June 24, 2013 by adminJuly 4, 2022

Newsletter No. 75 – Item 4 The quality of genetics plays an increasingly important role in the commercial viability of livestock production.  The genetics influence such things as: Breeder efficiency Number of progeny Reproductive ability Longevity Efficient Feed Conversion Days … Continue reading →

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