The most delicious, lean red meat that isn't beef is Ostrich! If you are like me, you probably have not tried it. I did and was pleasantly surprised! Today I interview the premiere Ostrich farmer in America, Alex McCoy, CEO, of American Ostrich Farms. Agriculture is the single most important industry in America if you ask me, and Alex is single-handedly building the value chain for this environmentally friendly, healthy, and sustainable alternative to beef. Join me as I dive deep into Alex's business to discover the challenges and immense future opportunities for this unique bird.
Origin story
Health and environmental benefits
The biggest consumer challenge
Building the value chain
Vertical integration
Using every part of the bird
It's red meat, not beef
What differentiates ostrich that makes it an interesting addition to your protein mix
The business model
Certification proliferation
The birds never leave the farm
Problems with DTC marketing
Chefs love ostrich meat
Foodservice strategy
Jerky?
Growth plans
Preferred climate
The matrix
Season 3, Episode 19
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Are you looking for a fun and light-hearted podcast to discover unique brands and learn about the people and strategies successful companies are implementing in the CPG and Food and Beverage Industry? The brands featured here take us into the world of innovation, sustainability, good for you, lifestyle, QSR, Foodservice, Distribution, DTC, Club, and more.
I am a fun-loving business leader, podcaster, husband, dad, cyclist, and Convention of States volunteer in my spare time. My mission is to discover the people and ideas behind these different, better, and special companies.
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