There are
two main systems of snail farming. These are: Indoor and Outdoor systems
Indoor System: This system involves raising snails
indoors in pens located in a building. The snails are fed a mixture of fresh
vegetables, concentrates, and other food materials. The system utilizes little
space as the snails could be raised even in trays placed on shelves on the
walls. In advanced management, the system allows for temperature regulation,
controlled lighting, regular cleaning, and health care.
Out-door System:[/b]In this system, snails are
raised out-doors on pastures. The snails may or may not be fed. The farmer has
little control over the performance of the snails. The snails move about
feeding on natural food materials.
A
modification of the out-door system is one in which the snails are confined
outdoors in enclosures and fed both synthetic and natural diets.
It is easier
to control and manipulate snails in this setting. This system fits in very well
into the Nigerian farming system.
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