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Alpha Roost Farms Expands Ostrich Herd for Alpha-Gal Demand

9/7/2026

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Alpha Roost Farms in Danville, Kentucky expands its ostrich herd to meet demand from alpha-gal allergy sufferers.
The farm targets 700 birds by next year, up from over 400.
Ground ostrich meat sells for over $20 per pound; cuts exceed $40.
Alpha-Gal Association advises allergy sufferers to use ostrich meat as a beef substitute.
Only about 10-15 U.S. farms run large ostrich herds, and a 2023 report estimated 100,000 cases.

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Story summary

Alpha Roost Farms in Danville, Kentucky expands its ostrich herd to meet demand from alpha-gal allergy sufferers.
The farm targets 700 birds by next year, up from over 400.
Ground ostrich meat sells for over $20 per pound; cuts exceed $40.
Alpha-Gal Association advises allergy sufferers to use ostrich meat as a beef substitute.
Only about 10-15 U.S. farms run large ostrich herds, and a 2023 report estimated 100,000 cases.