The Best App for Emu, Ostrich, and Ratite Farms

FarmKeep is built to handle the unique needs of ratite keepers—whether you’re raising them for meat, eggs, feathers, breeding, or conservation.

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Management Tools for Ratite Farmers

Manage your emus, ostriches, and other ratites with confidence. FarmKeep offers specialized tools to track health, breeding, growth, and hatching—designed for the unique needs of ratite farmers.

Track Individual and Group Health Records

Log treatments, vaccinations, injuries, and dietary adjustments to maintain a healthy and productive flock.

Monitor Growth and Development

Record weights, feed intake, behavior notes, and development milestones from chick to adulthood.

Maintain Breeding Records and Hatch Success

Track mating pairs, clutch sizes, egg set and hatch dates, and hatch rates with built-in incubation calculators.

Specialized Features for Emus and Ostriches

Enjoy custom features tailored to ratites including automatic incubation calculators, egg and meat production tracking, health and vaccination records, and more.

Egg Production and Incubation Tracking

Log egg collection, monitor fertility rates, and receive reminders for turning, candling, lockdown, and hatch days.

Breeding Season Planning

Organize seasonal breeding activity with calendars and task assignments to prepare breeding pens, monitor behavior, and track fertility.

Chick Rearing and Health Monitoring

Track genetic lineage, chick growth, feed schedules, and early health records to ensure strong survival rates.

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Plan, Assign, and Complete Farm Tasks With Ease

Planning and record keeping is essential for a successful ratite farm. FarmKeep's animal management software helps you simplify the hassle and lets you check your records wherever and whenever you want.

Task Management for Ratite Operations

From egg collection and pasture rotation to pen cleaning and health checks—create recurring or one-time tasks and assign them to your team.

Collaborate with Farm Helpers

Invite family, friends, or farm workers to your FarmKeep account so everyone can contribute, update records, and stay informed in real time.

Financial Tracking for Ratite Businesses

Keep your farm profitable with simple accounting tools that track income, expenses, and livestock investments.

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Record Revenue from Meat, Eggs, or Feathers

Log income from egg sales, meat production, breeding stock, or byproducts like feathers and oil.

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Manage Feed and Infrastructure Expenses

Track spending on feed, fencing, housing, and veterinary care to optimize your cost-to-output ratio.

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Budget and Prepare for Seasonal Costs

Plan for breeding, hatching, winter care, and equipment maintenance with easy-to-use budgeting tools.

Why Emu, Ostrich, and Ratite Farmers Trust FarmKeep

With intuitive tools designed to save time and improve productivity, FarmKeep helps ratite owners stay organized and successful.

Works for Any Size Operation

Whether you’re raising a pair of emus in your backyard or managing a commercial ostrich ranch, FarmKeep scales with your needs.

Cloud-Based and Mobile Friendly

Access your data from the field, barn, or your living room—FarmKeep works wherever you do, even offline.

Built for Rare and Specialty Livestock

Unlike generic farm apps, FarmKeep supports the specific tracking needs of non-traditional species like emus, ostriches, rheas, and cassowaries.

See how FarmKeep can make a difference today.
Getting started is easier than collecting eggs from a chicken coop.

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Emu, Ostrich, and Ratite Management FAQ

What is the best app for managing emus, ostriches, and other ratites?
FarmKeep is a powerful and flexible farm management app built to support unique animals like emus, ostriches, and other ratites. You can track health records, breeding cycles, incubation data, and pasture movements—all in one easy-to-use tool designed for diverse farm operations.
How can I track breeding and incubation records for emus and ostriches?
FarmKeep allows you to log mating dates, fertility status, incubation periods, lockdown dates, hatch outcomes, and chick survival rates. You’ll also find tools for tracking temperature and humidity targets for different species.
Does FarmKeep support weight tracking for large birds like ostriches and emus?
Absolutely. You can log weights at any age or interval, making it easy to track growth and monitor health trends for meat production or breeding readiness.
Can I map and manage paddocks, pens, or pastures for my ratites?
FarmKeep includes built-in pasture mapping, allowing you to assign specific birds or breeding pairs to designated areas. This helps you keep on top of your flock and stay organized as you move your animals throughout the year.
Is FarmKeep suitable for small-scale or hobby ratite farmers?
Yes! Whether you have a single pair of emus or a growing ostrich flock, FarmKeep scales to meet your needs. It’s mobile-friendly, beginner-accessible, and doesn’t require any special hardware to get started.
Can I track expenses and income from emu or ostrich products like eggs, meat, or oil?
Definitely. FarmKeep’s financial tracking tools let you log expenses like feed, fencing, and vet care, while also tracking income from product sales. It’s a great way to monitor profitability and prepare for tax season.
Does FarmKeep support multi-user access for my ratite operation?
Yes. You can invite farmhands, family members, or co-managers to your FarmKeep account to help with daily care, record keeping, and task management. Everyone stays on the same page—even if you're managing birds across multiple pens or pastures.
What are the incubation requirements for emu and ostrich eggs?
Emu eggs typically require an incubation period of about 50 days at 97.5°F (36.4°C) with 30–35% humidity. Ostrich eggs incubate for around 42–46 days at 97.5°F (36.4°C) and 25–35% humidity. FarmKeep includes built-in incubation calculators and species-specific guides so you can plan hatches with precision and improve your success rate.

Still have questions?

Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Send an email to hello@farmkeep.com