Raising emus is an exciting opportunity for both meat, oil, and exotic poultry production. Emus are large, hardy, and fast-growing birds suitable for free-range or semi-intensive systems.
- Sizes & Weight
– Day-Old Chicks: 300 – 500 g
– Juveniles (3–6 months): 10 – 25 kg
– Adult Birds: 30 – 50 kg (males slightly smaller than females)
- Gender
– Male and Female chicks available
– Difficult to sex at hatching; sexing usually possible from 6 months
- Color & Appearance
– Dark brown to black downy feathers at hatching
– Long legs and necks
– Large, strong body as they grow
- Production System
– Free-range: Highly recommended for space and health
– Semi-intensive: Suitable with proper fencing and shelter
– Intensive: Requires large pens and careful management
- Growth & Management
– Fast-growing birds, reaching maturity in 18–24 months
– Requires high-protein feed for optimal growth
– Prefers open spaces and well-ventilated shelters
- Uses
– Meat production (lean, healthy meat)
– Oil production (from fat and skin)
– Breeding stock for commercial or hobby farms
– Ecotourism and educational purposes
- Temperament & Hardiness
– Hardy, adaptable to various climates
– Curious and alert; requires safe enclosures
– Can live 20+ years under good management
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