A Reason to Celebrate!

State Celebrates Emu Week Next Week
Wisconsin Ag Connection - 05/02/2006

Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle has issued a proclamation declaring May 6-14 as Wisconsin Emu Week. The proclamation states that the emu makes a substantial contribution to agricultural endeavors around the state and is environmentally friendly to raise. And the emu industry increases agriculture's ability to sustain and diversify.

The proclamation also points out that laboratory studies have shown emu meat is lower in fat and higher in protein than other red meats, chicken and turkey. And the bird provides an oil that is beneficial to mankind.

For information about National Emu Week events in Wisconsin and Northern Illinois, call 608-897-8224.