American Emu Association Announces 2008 Ann Olsson Leadership Recognition Award
Ramona, CA Emu Farmer Achievements Recognized Nationally
(EMAILWIRE.COM, July 23, 2008 ) San Angelo, TX -- The American Emu Association (AEA) announced today that California member Paul Pluss had received the 2008 Ann Olsson Leadership Recognition Award. Mr. Pluss was recognized at the AEA 19th National Convention Banquet on Saturday, July 19, at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg-East, PA.
Medical Professionals to Share Experiences at Emu Oil Seminar
Practical use and scientific properties of emu oil to be discussed
(EMAILWIRE.COM, July 03, 2008 ) Harrisburg, PA – As a part of their mandate to educate the public, the American Emu Association (AEA) is sponsoring an Emu Oil Seminar for Medical Professionals on Saturday, July 19th at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg East, Harrisburg, PA. The seminar will run from 1:00 PM through 5:00 PM. Area medical professionals are invited to attend.
Valley View Emus Continues to Grow
Farm to finish agribusiness has expanded to include wholesale distribution.
(EMAILWIRE.COM, May 06, 2008 ) San Angelo, TX – Valley View Emus has entered a third year of participation in the American Emu Association Certified Business Member program. The Certified Business Member (CBM) program enables the American Emu Association (AEA) to refer consumers to companies able to respond quickly and professionally to inquiries for emu oil, meat or other emu products.
Emu Farmers Reminded to Vaccinate for EEE
Dr. Thomas Tully outlines steps to prevent Eastern Equine Encephalitis in emus.
(EMAILWIRE.COM, May 04, 2008 ) San Angelo, TX - As emu hatching season comes to a close, mosquito season begins in earnest, bringing with it the threat of mosquito-borne disease. For the emu farmer, this includes the danger of their flock picking up Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). EEE is known to occur in many species of birds, horses and even man.
Ditch the Itch - With Emu Oil, THE Natural Alternativeâ„¢
Use emu oil to relieve itching caused by poison ivy, oak or sumac.
(EMAILWIRE.COM, March 22, 2008 ) San Angelo, TX - It’s a pretty spring day and you can’t resist the urge to do a little spring-cleaning in the yard and flowerbeds. You pull out weeds, trim a few bushes, and maybe even burn some dead branches. Later that evening you absent-mindedly scratch a small but persistent itch.
The Incredible, Edible Green Egg
"Emu eggs are a seasonal item, available from October through April, at select groceries and through your local emu farmer"(EMAILWIRE.COM, February 29, 2008 ) San Angelo, TX - No we are not talking about one of the make believe foods in the famous Dr. Seuss breakfast of Green Eggs and Ham. These green eggs are real, they are quite large and they are laid by the emu.
American Emu Association Launches Do You Know Emu Survey
Participants are automatically entered to win one of three cookbooks
(EMAILWIRE.COM, February 21, 2008 ) San Angelo, TX – In an effort to learn how much consumers know about emu products, the American Emu Association (AEA) has launched “Do You Know Emu,†an online survey of basic emu oil and meat facts.
National Emu Week Coordinator Announced
"There will be a lot of activities going on during National Emu Week," stated Reavis.
(EMAILWIRE.COM, February 21, 2008 ) San Angelo, TX - For the eighth year in a row, Joylene Reavis, president of the Wisconsin Emu Association (WIEA), has been appointed National Chairperson for 2007 National Emu Week (NEW.). Sponsored by the American Emu Association (AEA), NEW is a nine-day promotional event starting on the first Saturday and running through the second Sunday in May.
Emu Association Representatives Discuss Industry Issues in Nashville
Emu industry discussions included agricultural and legislative concerns, as well as upcoming industry events.
(EMAILWIRE.COM, January 24, 2008 ) San Angelo, TX- The American Emu Association (AEA) Board of Directors was joined by states presidents at their annual mid-year meeting January 19 and 20 at the Holiday Inn Select in Nashville, TN. Founded in 1989, the AEA is a nonprofit organization of breeders, producers and marketers of emu meat, oil and other emu co-products.
Emu Growers Support Farm Bill
State Meat Inspection equivalent to USDA Important to Industry
(EMAILWIRE.COM, September 04, 2007 ) San Angelo, TX -- The U. S. House of Representatives has passed a farm bill with reforms in many areas, including one that will help level the playing field for small farm-to-finish enterprises, such as those run by emu farmers. The House approved farm bill would allow state inspected meats to be shipped in interstate commerce as are USDA inspected meats.
