Ostriches breed during the time of year when days are longest and temperatures are higher. The breeding season is typically about 40 days during the time when days are 12 hours long or more. Generally speaking, the mating season begins in May and ends in very early September. Typically, July is the peak of the … Read more
Ostriches are not only the largest birds in Africa, they are also the largest birds in the world. An adult ostrich can weigh as much as 350 pounds and can stand 9 feet tall. Ostriches belong to the bird family known as ratite. Other members of this family include these flightless birds: Cassowary Rhea Kiwi … Read more
Emus and ostriches are large, flightless birds. The ostrich is the largest bird on earth, and the emu is the second largest. Both have become popular non-traditional farm animals of late, and both yield a fairly high return on investment because both types of bird are useful for producing a number of different products. Emu … Read more
In many parts of the world ostrich is a very common and popular meat. For example, in areas where the ostrich is native, such as South Africa, ostrich steak is a common sight on the dinner table. Read on to learn more on how to cook ostrich steak. How To Cook Ostrich Steak Ostrich has … Read more
If you want to start your own ostrich farm, there are a number of things you’ll need to consider. One of them is what does an ostrich eat and how to provide the right nutrition to them. This guide should help you. Wilderness Vs Captivity In the wild, ostriches live in the open plains and … Read more
Ostriches are raised commercially for their hides and their plumes, which are used to make boots and other leather goods, as well as accessories. Ostrich eggs are cooked and eaten in South Africa and in some very upscale restaurants around the world. The shells are useful for artistic pursuits as well as the manufacture of … Read more
There are many different kinds of ponds that you can build for your ducks, and doing so can be pretty easy. If you have the space to build a large, natural pond, it will involve digging by hand or using a backhoe to dig out space you wish to convert into a pond. Begin by … Read more
While it is possible for ducks and chickens to coexist, there are a few conditions that need to be met to keep them happy. In this article, we answer some frequently asked questions about the differences and similarities between ducks and chickens and provide sound advice on helping them to cohabitate. Can ducks and chickens … Read more
If you’re keeping domestic ducks, you should naturally keep them in a predator safe pen and a predator safe coop. Having a pen with a fence at least 6 feet high that is sunk a foot into the earth and has a cover will keep your duck eggs and your ducks safe. Read on to … Read more
Duck eggs are larger, thicker shelled and more flavorful than chicken eggs. Their deep yellow/orange yolks take up more space in the shell, so they are also a better source of omega 3 fatty acids, vitamin A and “good” cholesterol. In this article, we discuss the use of duck eggs in cooking and baking. Read … Read more
We have published quite a few articles about raising and taking care of pigs on your farm or homestead. This post tries to answer some of the most common questions and myths about pigs. I’ll try to answer questions such as: ‘why do pigs have curly tails’; ‘why do pigs wag their tails’; ‘why do … Read more
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