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Raising Ostrich in the Philippines
| By Pinoy Farmer | March 7, 2008 | 
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Introduction
Ostrich growers are rapidly expanding their flocks throughout the world to meet the increasing demand for high quality ostrich livestock and ostrich products.
During the breeding season (approximatelyFeb-Oct. in the Philippines) a good ostrich hen lays an egg every other day if the eggs are removed for artificial incubation. If the eggs are left with the birds to incubate, the eggs are set after a clutch of a dozen or so eggs are laid. Most producers begin the incubation process one day a week to ease the workload. After approximately 42 days of incubation with controlled temperature and humidity, an ostrich egg hatches.
A newly hatched ostrich chick is approximately 10 inches tall and weighs about two pounds. For the first three months, an ostrich chick needs diligent care and shelter. The grow-out phase is considered to be age 3 months to slaughter. Growth is approximately 10-12 inches a month for the first six months. Ostriches generally reach slaughter size between ages 10-14 months
Ostrich meat is a low fat, red meat which is high in protein and also low in calories and cholesterol. It looks and tastes like beef, but has a nutritional content similar to chicken and turkey. Ostrich meat is being served in fine dining establishments throughout the United States, Europe, and the Far East. Ostrich meat is fast becoming a popular menu item wherever it is served and whenever it is consumed by the Gourmet diners.
The ostrich produces the world’s premiere exotic leather. Ostrich leather is universally renowned for its strength and suppleness. Its unique quill pattern makes ostrich leather the premium leather of choice for high end exotic leather products produced around the world. Brand names such as Gucci, Tony Lama, Nocona, and Justin Boots use large quantities of ostrich leather in producing their top of the line leather products.
Ostrich Breeds
Cross-bred lines have resulted from selective breeding; for positive traits like meat productivity, early maturation, conformation, easier handling, and faster growth rates. Increasingly, more emphasis is being placed on the desirable traits of a particular blood-line, rather than on the more uncertain definition of “breed” type…
Acquiring Livestock
The Ostrich industry has evolved considerably over the past five years. Newcomers to the industry now have many options that were not available in the past years. Information is easier to obtain regarding various aspects of ostrich farming, and much
of the ground work for the future has been laid…
Young Chick Rearing & Management Practices
Management plays a key role in successful ostrich chick rearing. The raising of chicks is one of the most important parts of the whole production process. The age of 0-8 weeks is where the highest mortalities are experienced. As an industry, it will be imperative that through experience, research and knowledge, we learn to reduce mortalities…
Ostrich Nutrion
Newly hatched chicks up to 4 – 6 weeks are generally fed a high protein ration ranging from 20 – 22 % . These starters are designed to meet the high energy requirements of young babies. Young chicks should consume 50 – 120 grams per day to maintain growth requirements. The length of time on this ration will depend on the individual chick…
Fencing
If you are going to keep Ostriches, you are going to build fences! When constructing your fencing, take time to plan a layout, remembering that no doubt your flock will grow over time, and will need to construct more fences. Plan a layout that is easily added to if necessary, that provides lane-ways for moving your birds around, and provides access for any vehicles that may need to access your property for bird transportation…
Purchasing Option
The potential buyer should decide at which point in the production cycle they are entering the industry and where they wish to be in the future. Birds grow very rapidly, and it is important to be prepared with adequate housing for all types of weather conditions. Birds can be purchased at any stage of development and these decisions should be based on a buyer’s financial status and experience with livestock…
Why Eat Ostrich Meat?
Ostrich has found a place on the world’s menu, delivering red meat flavor with 40% less fat than beef. Already a popular menu item at top rated European and American restaurants, ostrich is poised to become, “the premier red meat of the next century,” according to the The National Culinary Review. The reason is simple. No other meat combines the flavor, versatility and nutritional benefits of ostrich. Ostrich is the healthiest red meat available. Try it and you’ll agree…
Sources:
Gross Ostrich Farm
Michael Gross
409 San Anton, San Leonardo, Nueva Ecija
mikegros@mozcom.com
Global Farm
John Go
138 Lore Avenue, Valenzuela City, M.M.
Philippine Ostrich & Crocodile Farms, Inc.
Limketkai Corporate Office Limketkai Center,
Cagayan de Oro City
Topics: Livestock | 16 Comments »
May 27th, 2008 at 1:46 pm
i would like to raise and breed ostrich. please give info and contact no.tnx.
June 9th, 2008 at 10:46 pm
where can we buy an ostrich chicks?im from cebu sir.
June 9th, 2008 at 10:46 pm
pls give me contact # also sir.
June 22nd, 2008 at 10:34 pm
Im planning to raise and breed ostrich,are you conducting a seminar on this matter sir?
June 22nd, 2008 at 10:36 pm
Im planning to raise and breed an Ostrich,are you conducting a seminar regarding this matter sir?
June 30th, 2008 at 9:55 pm
may i ask the regular/average
price of ostrich chicks?
July 9th, 2008 at 12:51 pm
we sell ostrich chicks, breeders, meat and egg.
For inquiry just text or call:
emil: 09212973785
Or visit our site at:
http://www.ostrich-philippines.blogspot.com
Prices for ostrich 3 week old chick starts at P7,000.00
February 19th, 2009 at 4:55 pm
I am interested and planning to get in
to this business, but I don’t have enough knowledge how to start. May I ask for your assistance please?
July 23rd, 2009 at 8:13 pm
WE ARE SELLING OSTRICH BREEDERS, 3 BREEDER FOR 150 THOUSAND PESOS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED TO BUY PLEASE CONTACT ME AT 09228381659/ 3638812 MS.LIEN OF RED OSTRICH FARM.
NOTE IT IS JUST A PROMO PRICE AFTER A MONTH WE NO LONGER HAVE THIS OFFER. THANKS
July 23rd, 2009 at 8:16 pm
or if you cant contact me through those number for some reason ,you can email me at fwap15@yahoo.com
October 18th, 2009 at 5:18 pm
we have a trio breeder here at davao we sell it at 135k. its a promo. our contact no. 09108622888 davao city
October 30th, 2009 at 9:47 pm
hi alex. is that 3 ostriches for 135? im interested. here’s my number 09175118097
thanks,
yan
June 17th, 2010 at 12:13 am
Am in Ghana,West Africa and wants to enter in commercial ostrich farming.needs your advices and driections
June 30th, 2010 at 3:25 pm
Hi,
I’m keen of starting an ostrich farm. Please give me any info on seminars, trainings, etc
needed for the start. Thanks.
John
July 6th, 2010 at 11:17 pm
asenso evans…. hi if you are really interested, you can call me directly and i shall be happy to assist you in starting an ostrich business. my number is 09228577408.
July 6th, 2010 at 11:18 pm
we are currently looking for investors to put up an ostrich farm here in the philippines. if you believe in this field, you can get in touch with me anytime. let’s talk business. thanks.