What size cage do quail need?
Most quail enthusiasts will agree that Coturnix quail require anywhere from 0.5 to 1.0 square foot of space in a wire-floored environment. For mature birds I like them to have at least one square foot per bird.
How profitable is quail farming?
Quail farming is absolutely a very profitable business. Quail farming require less capital or investment than raising any other poultry birds. You can start this business with a very small investment. You can start with a limited number of 40 to 50 birds.
What kind of coop do quail need?
Quail Hutches Simple rabbit hutches, or even pre-made chicken coops, can be used for quail as long as they are built well, secure, and allow for easy cleaning. Many raise chickens and quail together, so they often have a coop that needs use.
How many quails are in a cage?
foot per quail will provide more than enough space and will make for a healthier and calmer bird. Additionally, if you are raising quail for meat production then you should aim for 4 quail per sq. ft. if feeders and waterers are inside the cage.
Do quails fly away?
Coturnix quail are small birds. Coturnix quail can and will fly away and they do not come back when allowed to escape.
Is there a demand for quail eggs?
There is a demand for both quail eggs and meat, so finding customers should not be a problem. You can sell quail eggs, both fresh and pickled, at your local farmers market. Meat and eggs are not the only quail products you can sell.
How much can I sell quail eggs for?
Quail eggs can sell for anywhere from $3 to $5 a dozen. And remember, quail can lay up to one egg a day!
Do quails stink?
When they grow up though, their feces don’t dry as fast and are quite smelly (sometimes horribly), so that’s not to say they are odorless, but as chicks (for the first few weeks), they don’t smell as bad as other poultry. They don’t consume much feed.
Are quails dirty?
Many quail farmers keep their quail on wire because I’m going to tell you – quail are MESSY. They do not scratch around in the dirt or shavings like chickens. They just poop on top, run around in it and compact it into a thick mat (as you can see in the video below).
Can quails be pets?
If you’re wondering if quail make good pets, the truth is, people have kept birds as pets for thousands of years, and quail are no exception. And if raised from a chick, a pet quail can provide companionship to their human caretakers!
