Snail Feed

What do snails feed on?

Snails are nocturnal animals, they have the tendencies to eat mainly at night. They feed on a wide range of decaying or fresh plant and animal.

Cost of feed is almost negligible; snails can feed on peels of cocoyam, sweet potato, rice, maize chaff, etc.

The most important element vital for the proper growth and reproduction of snails is calcium, and calcium can be cheaply gotten from green outer leaves of cabbage, pawpaw leaf, pawpaw fruits, etc.

Snails are survivors – they can survive harsh conditions. To ensure proper growth and reproduction, you must ensure the farm is always clean and free from potential threats such as ants, carnivorous birds, and termites.

MARKETING OF SNAILS

The demand for snails is now higher than the supply both locally and internationally. On a small scale, you may choose to market your snails locally, supplying to hotels and restaurants. While a large-scale farmer may find that exporting could be a much more profitable option.