Emu Farming - Introduction
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Date
2011
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TANUVAS
Abstract
Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) birds belong to ratite group have high
ecorrornic value tor their meat, eggs, oil, skin and ieathars. And about 96% of the emu
bird’s parts are usable. These birds can thrive under varying climatic conditions
wherever poultry can be reared. They are omnivorous and eat leaves, vegetables, fruits,
insects, worms. Recognizing the economic importance of these birds, Australian
Government in 1975 started domesticating these birds, which were living in the forest,
by establishing big emu terms. in early eighties, emu farming activity started spreading
in America, France and other European countries too. it is reported thatthereyare about
10,000 Emu farms in America. The emu farming practice has also spread to China,
Japan, Malaysia and Korea. These birds; are adaptable to varied climatic conditions.
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Veterinary Science, Poultry Science