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Faq about emu farming

  • Why Emu Farming?

    Today all over the country have turned to raise Emu as an alternative to traditional livestock. The strong current market price for all age of birds is a powerful incentive to these new producers. In today’s market the ratite can produce a far greater return over any other enterprises

  • Why are EMU becoming popular as livestock?
    Emu farming has become popular of its uses, easy maintence,more profits,less labour required.

  • How much land does it take to raise a pair of EMU?

    Recommendations for a single pair often call for a fenced pen with dimensions of 50 by 100 feet, although many ranchers are raising the birds in smaller areas. This recommended pen size gives the birds adequate room to run and exercise. A covered shelter to provide an area to escape the elements and provide a clean, dry place to lay eggs is also recommended. Some ranchers are maintaining their birds in "Community Pens" with multiple pairs kept together in larger areas. Results are mixed as to the better method insofar as egg production efficiencies. Additional areas will need to be set aside for very young chicks and grow out facilities if the farmer intends to board his own hatch.

  • what do EMU eat and how much of it ?

    In nature the EMU appear to be omnivorous and eat a wide variety of vegetation and animals. In our emu farm environment a pelletized grain mixture has been found to be very successful in keeping the birds healthy, fast growing and productive. Most commercial feed companies have feed blends specially prepared for various aged Emus.

  • When do emus begin reproduction?

    Emus begin laying eggs as early as 16-18 months of age, but laying normally begins at two to three years. Emus lay large green eggs between November and March. Emus can be productive for more than 20 years and can lay 20-50 eggs in a season.

  • How many eggs does a female lay per year?

    Good producing stock will produce 25 - 40 eggs per season, normally beginning in September and ending in March. The season is in the short days of the year with birds laying outside the above months frequently. Typically, the female will lay one egg every three days although a break of four days to a week during the mid-season in not unusual. In order to maintain these high levels of egg production, the eggs must be removed from the nesting area quickly.

  • What is involved in incubation of the eggs?

    A fertile EMU egg will normally hatch in 48 - 52 days if incubated at 97.5 degrees Fahrenheit with relative humidity held constant at approximately 35%. These temperature and humidity settings are nominal but different hens sometimes lay eggs with thicker or thinner shells that require higher or lower settings to achieve the desired degree of weight loss throuout the incubation cycle. Typically the eggs will hatch healthy chicks if the weight loss is maintained between 12% - 16%. Dramatic changes in incubation temperature and humidity should be avoided during the process. If humidity or temperature is to be changed, it should be done gradually over several days. Egg turning is also necessary for good hatching results. Most incubators in use today rotate the eggs about the long axis plus and minus 45 degrees every two to four hours. There is a growing number of the manufacturers providing turning mechanisms that will rotate the eggs through a full 180 degrees. The more complete turning seems to produce a higher percentage of viable chicks.

  • What type of shelters do I need for the Emus?

    Most adult Emus don's spend time inside a shelter except for laying eggs, but they do provide a protected area to keep feed available and dry. While almost all breeders have shelters built to get the birds inside and away from inclement weather, the birds typically show little or no interest in taking advantage of it. If you choose to build them for feeding, protection, etc. a three sided structure a minimum of 6 feet by 6 feet by 7 feet tall will allow a pair adequate space..

  • What is Emu oil?

    Emu Oil is the protective layer of fat found on the Emu, which is a large flightless bird, native to Australia. The Emu oil found in the Emu naturally protects them from harsh heat and weather of the Australian desert. Emu Oil is high in Omega Vitamins and minerals which are important in maintaining a long and healthy life.
  • How can I find out more about this industry?
    Please call to the below number for details of emu industry
    Praveen: +919550457799,+919247868373
    Mail:adityaemufarm@gmail.com