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Umbrella group representing 25 snail farms, says that supporting sector is ‘a no-brainer’
Eva Milka
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New to the Parish: Eva Milka came to Ireland from Poland in 2005 and ended up starting her own snail farming business
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Gaelic Escargot company can produce up to 10 tonnes of snail meat a year
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Former president’s kitchenalia was snapped up but many artworks failed to sell
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Lucrative alternative farm enterprise attracts growing numbers
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An acre of land under snail cultivation can generate potential profit of €20,000, according to Ireland’s snail-breeding pioneer
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Two-day event in Offaly comes on back of growing interest in the sector, says organiser
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A love of escargot developed during a holiday in France led to business venture
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