The small, delicious, low-lying quail is a beautiful ornamental bird and a rare species with high economic value. Because of this, CCTV has repeatedly covered and promoted the breeding of quails.
**Nutritional and Medicinal Value**: According to the manager of Hulei Zhaobao Ecological Farm in Yongding County, Fujian Province (Zip Code: 364116), quail meat is tender, flavorful, and highly nutritious. According to tests by the School of Public Health at West China University of Medical Sciences, quail meat contains 30.1% protein, which is about 25% higher than that of pigeons and twice as much as ordinary chicken. Its fat content is only 4.2%, and it is rich in 18 essential amino acids, along with high levels of zinc, barium, and other trace elements. It helps strengthen the kidneys, boost vitality, and is beneficial for people of all ages. In the Ming Dynasty, medical scholar Li Shizhen mentioned in *Compendium of Materia Medica* that quail meat can "nourish the five internal organs, benefit the heart, and enhance strength." This highlights its significant nutritional and health benefits. It is also known as a natural remedy for children suffering from poor appetite, weight loss, and stunted growth. For nursing mothers, consuming quail can greatly support infant development.
**Economic Value**: The growth cycle is short—quails can be sold at 70 days old, weighing up to 0.8 pounds, with feed consumption around 2 kilograms and a cost of 4–5 yuan. The current market price is about 15 yuan per bird. Adult quails weigh 1–1.2 pounds, and they take 180 days to mature. A single female can lay 85–120 eggs annually, which is 8–10 times more than pigeons. Breeding costs are much lower compared to pigeons. Under good conditions, one person can raise 100 groups (1 male and 4 females each), producing about 5,000–6,000 birds annually, with an output value reaching 60,000 yuan and a profit of 3,000–4,000 yuan. Quails have strong disease resistance and low mortality rates, making them a low-risk investment. Their profit margin is 5–6 times higher than that of chickens, ducks, pigs, and rabbits. Due to their small size and affordable price, they are accessible to everyone and have become a staple in many households. They are now the most popular rare wild game in big cities across southern China.
**Market Prospects**: With its unique flavor and high nutritional value, quail has been served in the People's Hall as a delicacy for foreign guests. Surveys show that annual consumption in hotels and among residents in Guangdong, Shanghai, and Beijing ranges from 1 to 150 million, while supply is only 80 million. At a current price of 18–23 yuan per bird, there is still a shortage. As it is inexpensive and widely accepted, the consumer base is huge. Broiler quails and meat pigeons are gradually replacing traditional feasts, and demand is increasing daily.
**Breeding Conditions**: Quails are omnivorous, eating seeds like millet, wheat, and corn, as well as vegetables. They can be raised in urban or rural areas, including vacant lots and warehouses, with 25–30 eggs per square meter. The method is similar to raising chickens, and they are easier to manage than poultry. This makes quail farming a fast and profitable project for farmers.
**Contact**: Tonglian, Xiaolan Post, Fujian Science and Technology Newspaper, No. 7 Hudong Road, Fuzhou 350004.
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