What are the precautions for raising emus (Australian ostriches)?

The emu is a species native to Australia, also known as the Australian ostrich, and is one of the oldest bird species in the world. It has high economic value and is widely farmed. So, what precautions are there for raising emus? Let's find out together!

1. Farming preparation

Since many emu farmers are beginners and not professionals, farming preparations need to be made before starting. First, we need to choose a good farming site, preferably with enough space so that a running area can be built. Second, drainage must be good and the terrain flat. When building the farm, note that a water pool should be provided, the pens must have good ventilation, the pens must not be too narrow, and there must be enough space. Finally, farming equipment must be purchased, such as feed troughs, drinkers, heating equipment, incubation equipment, brooding equipment, and so on.

2. Feed selection

The emu is an omnivorous animal that likes to eat green grass and insects, so suitable feed needs to be chosen when raising them. The green feed for emus is generally pasture grass such as white tussock grass and elephant grass; of course, bamboo grass, tree leaves, and the like can also be chosen for feeding. It is best to feed a variety of forages, as this can improve the emu's immunity. For concentrated feed, in order to meet the emu's growth needs, we generally choose high-quality bran, rice bran, and so on; do not seek cheap prices and choose inferior products.

3. Feeding management

Feeding management is the most critical point in farming, and it is also where most farmers run into problems. First, we must ensure there is sufficient drinking water in the farm and that the water quality is guaranteed; they must not drink water that has been heated by the sun. Second, the concentrated feed and forage fed must be given in fixed amounts according to the emu's different growth stages. When feeding, we must chop the green feed and disinfect it before feeding. Also, hygiene cleaning must be carried out every day, and the emu's feeding situation, drinking situation, and mental state, etc., must be observed, with problems handled promptly. Then, we must do a good job with breeding and pair them reasonably, as this can increase the emu's egg production rate. Finally, the farm must be thoroughly disinfected regularly, generally about once every fifteen days, to prevent disease.

4. Vaccine prevention and control

During the farming process, we also need to pay attention to the prevention and control of pests and diseases, so we need to carry out vaccinations scientifically according to the vaccine schedule to avoid the occurrence of disease and reduce losses in emu farming. Second, we can also carry out vaccine prevention and control through daily raising practices, such as prohibiting outsiders from entering the raising area, requiring workers to change into special work clothes when entering the farm to work, promptly clearing away foreign objects in the farm, disinfecting forage, ensuring the quality of concentrated feed, and routinely adding antibiotics to the feed, etc. These are all measures that can prevent pests and diseases in advance.

The above are the precautions for emu farming compiled for you by the Tuliu.com editor. We hope they can help you!