Ostrich Farming

Govt decides to pull subsidy, but farmers say there was never any effort to create market

More than 35% of farms in province have closed down

Bird’s meat is similar to mutton in taste and contains low cholesterol and fat

Govt approves five development schemes in various sectors

Ostrich meat has a lot iron, is more nutritious than beef or mutton and is known to known to lower cholesterol levels

Punjab live stock minister says ostrich meat is more beneficial and nutritious than mutton and beef

Livestock minister will inaugurate sale points at the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences on Tuesday

Bird’s skin is considered second most expensive after crocodile hide

Livestock official says govt gave subsidy on 2,500 birds earlier

People were inspired to invest in sector through livestock exhibitions

5,000 birds will be registered for the purpose

The participants highlighted various impediments and extended suggestion for uplift of ostrich farming in the country