In rural areas, there are many unpopular and lucrative businesses, among which leech farming is one of them. In recent years, as the demand for leeches has been increasing, the leech market has also continued. As a result, leech farming has become a promising entrepreneurial project.
First, the leech aquaculture market prospects
Leech is a kind of Chinese herbal medicine with medicinal value, which is widely used in cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, stasis and hematoma pain and other diseases. With the increasing awareness and demand for leeches, the leech market is also expanding. According to market research data, the current leech market is stable at about 1,800 yuan per kilogram, and the supply exceeds demand. Therefore, leech farming has broad market prospects.
2. Costs and benefits of leech farming
1.Farming costs.
The cost of leech farming mainly includes seedlings, feed, medicines, labor, etc. According to empirical data, about 1,000 leech seedlings are needed per mu, and the unit price of seedlings is about 10 yuan per seedling. In terms of feed, about 500 kg of feed is needed per mu of land per year, and the unit price of feed is about 5 yuan per kg. In terms of medicines, it is necessary to invest about 2,000 yuan in drug costs every year. In terms of labor, each farmer needs 2-3 people for daily management, and the monthly salary is about 3,000 yuan.
2.Farming income.
The growth cycle of leeches is 3-4 months, and about 150 kg of leeches can be harvested per mu per year. According to the current market **, the output value of each mu is about 900,000-1.2 million yuan. After deducting costs, the net profit per mu is about 600,000-900,000 yuan. If you invest 100,000 yuan, you can obtain nearly 2 acres of land breeding area and achieve the goal of annual income of one million.
3. Precautions for leech farming
1.Seedling selection: Choosing healthy leech seedlings is the key to successful farming. When selecting seedlings, it is necessary to choose individuals that are robust and free of pests and diseases. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to the seedlings, and it is best to choose a reputable seedling supplier.
2.Breeding environment: Leeches are suitable for growing in quiet, clear water. Before breeding, the site should be disinfected to ensure that the water quality is clean and pollution-free. At the same time, it is necessary to ensure the smooth flow of water and the appropriate water depth.
3.Daily management: In the breeding process, it is necessary to regularly inspect, feed, and clean up residues. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to weather changes and water quality changes, and take timely measures to protect the growth of leeches.
4.Sales channels: In terms of sales, leeches can be sold through channels such as Chinese herbal medicine markets, medicinal material wholesalers, and e-commerce platforms. At the same time, it can also consider cooperating with related enterprises to develop leech series products and expand sales channels.
Fourth, real case sharing
Take a leech farmer in Jiangsu Province who chose to return to his hometown to engage in leech farming when he was middle-aged. Through several years of hard work, his leech breeding area has expanded to 10 acres. Under careful management and scientific management, his leech production has increased year by year, and the quality has also been recognized by the market. Now his leeches are in short supply and are paying off handsomely every year.
In short, leech farming is a rural unpopular profiteering business with broad market prospects and high returns. Rich returns can be obtained through reasonable investment and scientific breeding management. At the same time, it is necessary to pay attention to the selection of seedlings, breeding environment, daily management and sales channels, etc., in order to better engage in this industry.