About Emu

Emu are native to the continent of Australia. They live fairly nomadic lives, except those that are raised on farms to supply the various product markets. Emu stand from 5 to 6 feet in height and can weigh up to 60kg when mature. Emus normally attain their full height within 12 months. Emus have been known to live in excess of 30 years.

Females often start laying eggs when they are 2-3 years old. When fully mature productive females may lay in excess of 60 eggs a year but the average is 25-30. The normally dark green eggs are laid every 3 days (on average) during the winter and early spring months. Eggs average about 500-700 grams, but it is unheard of to have eggs less than 300 grams or larger than 1000. When fertile, it takes about 2 months to hatch an emu egg.

Males do the majority of the hatching and rearing of the chicks, as the females tend to live very nomadic lives. Females often are the more aggressive of the species.

Reproduction :

Sexual maturity is reached after 2 to 3 years but breeding in captivity can occur as young as 20 months. Females are dominant over males and initiate courtship. The male builds the nest into which the female will lay 5 to 15 large, blue-green eggs at 2to 4 day intervals. Each egg weighs 600gms to 800gms.

Incubation of the eggs is done by the male and typically starts after the last egg is laid so that all the eggs hatch close together about 56 days later. The female takes no part in incubation or in the rearing of the chicks. The male will continue to protect and feed the chicks for 5 to 7 months and at times longer. In the meantime, the female may have moved on and mated with another male, again leaving incubation and chick care to this second mate. This type of mating system, with the female taking successive mates, is called successive or sequential polyandry.

Behavior :

Emus are terrestrial and nomadic and are able to walk long distances at 4 miles per hour. They can reach 30 miles per hour when running. They live either alone, in pairs or sometimes in groups of up to 25 birds. Their wanderings are intended to follow rains as they need to drink at least once a day. When food and water are readily available, Emus will be sedentary. They are not very vocal birds but will make loud booming noises.

Size :

An emu's height averages 5.25-6.25 feet, with females larger and heavier than males.

Weight :

These birds weigh up to 50 – 60 Kgs.

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Emu Oil

A number of studies have been conducted and are currently being conducted throughout the world on facts of the Emu oil, including its composition, benefits, applications in different industries and the resulting properties of compounds formulated with the oil. Traditionally Emu oil has been used for treatment of muscle and joint pains. Clinical experience with Emu oil has shown that it's two major benefits are its anti-inflammatory properties and its ability to penetrate the skin. It also appears to provide some solar protection. The penetrating effect appears to be related to its non-phosphorous composition. " Our skin is phospho - lipid deficient. In other words, there is no phosphorous in our skin. If you put anything on your skin that has phosphorous in it, your skin is 'programmed' to keep it from penetrating. Anytime you put anything on your skin that is phospholipid deficent, or has no phosphorous, it penetrates right through ". Researchers who have analyzed the oil found that there is a compound in oil that they believe is the key to its effectiveness. This compound molecule is believed to be collagen. Collagen is found in chickens and turkeys in a very diluted form. However, the test result on the Emu show this molecule to be present in an extremely concentrated form. Research and development of Emu oil using in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals is rapidly expanding. Emu oil has been documented to exhibit the following properties and/or has been used for the following purposes.

• Anti - Inflammatory Activity
• Moisturising
• Cholesterol Reducer
• Bacteriostatic
• Penetration Enhancer
• Signficant epidermal proliferative activity
• Non - Comedogenic
• Significant wound healing agent
• Significantly reduces recent keloid scarring
• Appears to promote faster healing of burns with less pain and scarring
• Anti - Arthritic Activity
• Excellent Emulsifier

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Emu Facts

EMU ( pronounced ee-mews), native to Australia, are the world's second-largest living members of the ratite ( ra-tight ) family of flightless birds. Others include the ostrich from Africa, rhea ( ree-ha ) from South America, cassowary ( cas-o-werry ) from Australia and New Guinea and Kiwi ( kee-wee), from New Zealand.

EMU were originally imported to the United States from 1930 to 1950 as exotic zoo stock. In 1960, the EMU was designated Australia's national bird, and the Government of Australia was banned the export of the emu’s.

The expanding EMU inventory in the United States in domestically bred. As research and sharing of knowledge increase, the American EMU is emerging as the industry standard. The American breeder market is vigorous and can be made profitable for small and large participants.

EMU are curious and docile. They are about 10-inches tall at birth, with black and white stripes. As 3 months old chicks, they turn nearly solid black and change into a tan, brown and black mixture as adults, some having a bluish neck. The feathers are downy, with no stiff vein running through the center.

The mature EMU is 5 to 6 feet tall and normally weighs 100 to 140 pounds. Flightless, they are strong runners and reach ground speeds of up to 40 miles per hour in short bursts, convering about nine feet in stride.

EMU adopt well from temperature extremes in excess of 100 degrees/F to below zero. No diseases have yet been diagnosed as common to the species. They can exist on a simple diet and require a lot of water, drinking 2 to 4 gallons daily. They also will play in water or mud.

The EMU hen can be productive for 25 years or more and may lay 20 to 30 eggs in a season. A hen may lay as early as 18 months, but normally laying begins at 2 to 3 years old.

Pairs normally breed from October to April, usally produce one egg every three days. Incubation time is 48 - 52 days and the percentage of eggs hatched is apporximately 70 % . Chick survival rates on EMU are excellent. We cannot over emphasize the hardiness of the EMU. These birds have been traced back 80 million years.

The green egg normally hatches in 52 days, producing a chick which will walk within hours and run within days. The chicks achieve rapid growth, gaining their height by one year of age. After six months, the birds have shed most of their feathers for the fluffy, elegant feathers of the adult. For most climate comditions, the birds need shelter during the first few months. The birds are a very hardy and adaptable bird.

For today's INDIA farmers, EMU farming offers an alternative cash crop. With minimal investment in facilities and land area, excellent feed conversion ratio, and an established worldwide market, the EMU will provide a stable cash return to it's owner now and in the years to come.

The Indian Government had in listed emu farming in poultry sector . and also providing loans under venture capital funds.

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Health and Nutritious:

Today's health conscious consumers are discovering emu meat. Native to Australia, the flightless Emu offers a red meat that is high in iron and protein and low in fat and cholesterol. Emu meat is very lean and care must be taken not to overcook it. Emu is best served slightly rare. Emu meat possesses a wonderful flavor and healthy nutritional value; a combination you will enjoy.

The taste and texture of Emu meat is comparative to grass fed beef. The tenderness and texture of emu meat enable it to be prepared in a variety of ways. Emu requires shorter cooking times and lower temperatures. Fully cooked emu meat will retain a deep red color so care should be taken to avoid overcooking. Marinade time is reduced as emu retains flavors better than most conventional meats. The mild flavored meat responds especially well to sweet marinades. The top ten reasons why you should eat EMU meat.

EMU meat is LOW in fat!

EMU meat is LOW in cholesterol!

EMU meat is LOW in calories!

EMU meat is HIGH in Protein!

EMU meat has the TEXTURE and TASTY

EMU meat can be used in any recipe

EMU meat is HEALTHFUL and recommended by nutritionists!

EMU meat tastes GOOD!

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Emu Meat

Emu meat is the choice for the health conscious person who wants a low fat and cholesterol diet that still contains red meat. Emu is a very lean (97% fat free) red meat, similar to beef in both taste and appearance. It is higher in iron, protein, Vitamins A, C, and B12 than beef and lower in cholesterol than chicken. Since Emu can be raised naturally, the meat contains no chemical additives. Emu meat gives red meat lovers what they want and health-conscious consumers what they need. Five Star chefs praise Emu meat for its ability to absorb a variety of spices and flavorings in preparing gourmet dishes.

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EMU EGGS :

We sell our fresh eggs during the laying season, which is normally from September to March. Each of our birds lays 1 egg every three days, on average. The taste difference between emu eggs and chicken eggs is minimal. Chicken eggs contain 37% saturated (bad) and 63% unsaturated (good) fats, while emu eggs contain 31% saturated and 68% unsaturated fats. Both contain all 8 of the essential amino acids needed in human nutrition. Chicken eggs contain about 65% white, 35% yolk. Emu eggs contain 55% white, and 45% yolk.The big green eggs yield about two cups of egg.One large chicken egg is about one quarter cup.

Fresh emu eggs can be refrigerated up to a month or frozen up to a year. Eggs may be separated prior to freezing. When freezing the yolk, or scrambled egg, add either 1/2 teaspoon of salt or 6 teaspoons of sugar per cup. If you do not add salt or sugar, the yolk will become gelatin overtime. Date and label the container whether to use the egg for main dishes (salt) or desserts (sugar). Scrambled eggs may be frozen in ice trays, popped out of the trays and stored in airtight containers.Depending on cube size, one or two cubes equal one chicken egg.

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