#4: Interview with Kymara Lonergan on Exploring Emu Farming in the Hudson Valley

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#4: Interview with Kymara Lonergan on Exploring Emu Farming in the Hudson Valley

New York Farm Bureau News Bytes

In this episode we interview Kymara Lonergan, owner of Thunder Horse Hollow Farm in Ulster County, New York. Kymara shares her unique story of raising emu, the large flightless birds that are cousins of the ostrich. She discusses how she got started farming emu, inspired by her family's agricultural roots in Connecticut. Kamara provides insights into emu behaviors, their diet, housing needs, challenges of raising them in New York's climate, and the growing market for emu meat and oil products. She highlights the benefits of emu oil for skin care and how farms can diversify into emu farming. Kamara also talks about the role of New York Farm Bureau in supporting her farm, lobbying efforts, and promoting education around niche livestock farming. It's a fascinating look at a lesser-known but promising aspect of New York agriculture.

New York Farm Bureau News Bytes

Each month, News Bytes highlights a program or issue affecting New York farmers. We talk to a wide variety of people invested in the business of agriculture and bring you their real stories — in the field, barn, business or home.