Emu

Emu eggs are premium ratite eggs produced by adult emus native to Australia. Recognized for their deep dark green shell and exceptional shell strength, these eggs are valued for hatching, culinary use, ornamental carving, and commercial breeding programs. Their large size and thick shell structure distinguish them from standard poultry eggs.

• Physical Size, Length & Weight Specifications

🔹 Standard Emu Egg

– Length: 12 – 14 cm

– Diameter: 8 – 9.5 cm

– Average Weight: 450 – 650 grams

– Shell Thickness: 1 – 2 mm

– Volume Equivalent: 8 – 10 chicken eggs

🔹 Large Emu Egg

– Length: 14 – 15 cm

– Diameter: 9 – 10 cm

– Weight: 650 – 750 grams

– Shell Strength: High-density multi-layer shell

– Volume Equivalent: 10 – 12 chicken eggs

🔹 Premium Hatching Grade

– Length: 13 – 15 cm

– Diameter: 9 – 10 cm

– Weight: 500 – 700 grams

– Fertility: Selected breeding quality

– Shell Quality: Smooth, crack-free surface

• Breeding & Production Information

– Laying Season: Cooler months (varies by region)

– Egg Production Per Season: 15 – 30 eggs per hen

– Breeding Ratio: 1 male to 1–2 females recommended

– Incubation Period: 48 – 56 days

– Optimal Incubation Temperature: 36 – 36.5°C

• Humidity Level:

– Early Stage: 30 – 40%

– Final Stage: 60 – 70%

– Storage & Handling Requirements

– Storage Temperature: 10 – 15°C before incubation

– Storage Duration: Ideally within 7–10 days for best hatch rates

– Turning: Rotate eggs daily during storage

– Cleaning: Dry cleaning preferred to protect outer shell layer

– Handling: Avoid impact due to internal air cell sensitivity

• Nesting & Housing (Building Info for Production)

– Breeding Pen Size: Minimum 400–600 m² per breeding pair

– Fencing Height: 1.8 – 2 meters reinforced fencing

– Shelter: Weather-protected laying area

– Nest Area: Sand or soft soil bed for natural laying

– Drainage: Slight slope to prevent water accumulation

– Shade Provision: Essential in hot climates