Day: May 21, 2019

http://*Seminar Recap On The Treasured Entrepreneurs Association TEA Hall Of Wealth General Active Group Page 1 & 2*

👉🏼 Theme:

❤ *Snail Farming Business In Nigeria*

💚 *How to get started and all you need to know*…

🎤 Speaker/Facilitator/Discussant

🗣Mr Olowoporoku Abolore

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA

Snail farming in Nigeria is one of the most lucrative, cost effective, easy to run business practices that requires very little capital to run compared to other forms of agricultural practices. Snail farming in Nigeria is one of the most neglected farming practices in Nigeria yet the opportunities abound. Snails are more popular in African countries like Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa.

The opportunities are massive likewise the potentials. Unlike other forms of agricultural practices that require you building mighty structures and moving far away into the forest, snail farming doesn’t require massive land spaces and confinement. Infact you can start a commercial snail farm at the back of your backyard. It requires little spaces, It’s environmental friendly, requires little man power and the feeding are cheap or almost free.

WHAT ARE SNAILS??

Snails are animals with shells that have the ability to retract into their shell and also craw. The local name for snail in Nigeria is Igbin or Eju. There are so many species/breeds of snails in Nigeria and the world, but the types we are looking at here are the ones that are suitable for commercial Purpose in Nigeria and Africa as a whole.

Snail is an animal a mollusc with a single spiral shell into which the whole body can be withdrawn. They are usually found in green vegetations.

WHAT IS SNAIL FARMING??

Snail farming is the process of breeding or rearing snails. Snail farming is also known as Heliciculture or heliculture.

FACTS ABOUT SNAIL AND SNAIL FARMING

1. Snails produces a thick slime which protects and gives them the ability to crawl on sharp object like the edge of a razor and not get hurt.

2. Snails are Hermaphrodite that is they posses both the male and female reproductive system

3. Garden snails have up to 14,175 teeth.They are all located on their tongue called the radula.

4. The biggest snail specie is the Achatina Marginata (AM) popular in Nigeria

5. Snails have the ability to hibernate during extreme cold or dry season. They form a protective white covering which can sustain them for months.

6. Snails are nocturnal animals that is they are more active at night.

7. Snails are very good sources of protein.

8. Because of the suction created by their slime, a snail can crawl upside down.

9. Snails are deaf they don’t have a sense of hearing that is they cannot hear, they only see, feel and smell

10. Snails can live up to 5 to 20 years like in some cases that have been seen.

ADVANTAGES OF SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA

1. Snail shells serves as calcium used for animal feeds.
2. Snail farming require little land or space.
3. Snail feeds are cheap and readily available.
4. Snail farming in Nigeria is not capital intensive.
5. Snail farming is easy to run.
6. Snail doesn’t require too much attention like other agricultural practices or livestock thereby making it easy to run part time.
7. Snail farming requires little or no man power or labour.
8. Snail farming doesn’t constitute nuisance to the environment which is usually the case for other livestock farming in terms of noise and animal waste.
9. Quick growth, Snails are highly productive, can produce over 300 eggs over a year.
10. Snail meat is rich in protein, and its low level of cholesterol and fat.
11. Snail farming can easily be combined or incorporated with other farming practices..
12. Snails are basically harmless creatures.
13. Snail farming is a good source of income for the family.
14. Snails have Low mortality rate engaging best management practices.

BENEFITS OF SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA
1. It’s easy to run.
2. It is highly lucrative.
3. It is environmental friendly.
4. Snails are highly productive.
5. Low in fat and cholesterol.
6. Highly medicinal and used for health related products.
7. Has traditional healing benefits.
8. A good export opportunity.
9. It contains iron, vitamin A, calcium, magnesium and has very low fat.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS USED FOR SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA
1. Tank for water
2. Watering cans
3. Hand trowel
4. Rake
5. Shovel
6. Weighing scale (digital preferably)
7. Buckets
8. Feeders
9. Pipe or hose
10.Humidity monitor,Soil pH metre.

SNAIL BREEDS/SPECIES IN SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA

When it comes to snail farming in Nigeria, there are 3 popular types of snail species/breeds common for snail breeding in Nigeria. There are often 3 major types of snails used for snail breeding in Nigeria and Africa in general this is due to their commercial viability.

1. Archachatina Marginata (AM)
2. Achatina Achatina (AA)
3. Achatina Fulica (AF)

(1) Archachatina Marginata (AM)

The Archachatina Marginata AM is peculiar to West Africa and it’s popularly known as the giant African snail. It is the largest of all the snail specie . They can grow up to 20cm long in size and can produce up to 5 to 12 eggs in a single clutch and they can produce 2 to 3 clutches in a year and can live up to 10 years. It usually takes between 21 to 32 days for the Archachatina Marginata (AM) eggs to hatch, The AM eggs is harder and bigger compared to other species of snails. Archachatina Marginata (AM) takes about 8 to 9 months before it starts the laying of eggs. It is usually prized high because of its large size.

(2) Achatina Achatina (AA)
Achatina Achatina (AA) is d 2nd largest in the world and the second most popular breed in Nigeria and other countries and can lay up to 200 to 500 eggs in a single clutch and can lay up to 3 to 4 clutches in a year, it also takes 21 to 32 days for the Achatina Achatina (AA) eggs to hatch. It takes between 6 to 7 months before the Achatina Achatina (AA) starts laying of eggs.

(3). Achatina Fulica (AF)
Achatina Fulica (AF): The AF is the 3rd largest and can lay up to 200 to 500 eggs in a clutch and can produce up to 3 to 4 clutches a year. It is the smallest of the breeding type of snail. It is also the third specie used in snail breeding in Nigeria.

PROCESSES INVOLVED IN SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA – HELICULTURE

1. Education: This is where many farmers fail because they hardly know much about the business they are venturing into. So first of all, get all the knowledge about the business, understand the business idea, breed type, problem you might face, disease, feeds, plants and vegetable, do’s and don’ts, marketing, viablity and the different challenges that may arise in the process of running the business. Once you gatherer enough knowledge about snail farming in Nigeria you are good to go.You can also visit other snail farms to get an idea of operating a snail farm or let an experienced person guide you.After this then move on to the next stage.

2. Physical Environment of the Farm: One of the most important factors in snail farming is the physical environment of your snail farm. Your snail farm must be properly chosen and selected and situated in an environment that is free from predators, diseases and bacteria that may be harmful to your snail farm. Make sure there are plants or tress to shield the snails from direct sunlight and winds.

3. The Soil Type and texture: The soil plays a major role in the life cycle of the snail, because the snail derives the calcium and other nutrients needed for the formation of its shell from the soil and also the soil plays a major role in the hatching of the snail eggs. Because snails bury their eggs inside the soil for hatching. So therefore the best soil used for snail breeding is the type that has low water retention capacity that is, it doesn’t retain too much water. A perfect soil type for snail breeding is sandy-loamy soil.

4. The pen for snail: When building a pen for snail farming, you need to ask yourself the type of snail farming you intend to practice, are you looking at an intensive or extensive farm system. Are you looking at a very big farm, a commercial farm, free range or a caged system?You must ask of these before you construct your housing unit.Moreso,how many snails you are looking at breeding determines the dimension of the housing unit.

5. Sourcing for snails: Snails can easily be sourced either from reputable snail farms around you. Make sure they are very active and they haven’t been exposed to too much sunlight to avoid stress which might affect their survival and breeding capability. The best time to source for snails for breeding is during the raining season. Snails are known to be more active in the night and morning when it rains.

6. Building the Snail House (Snailery) – : Snail houses can vary depending on the type of snail breeding practices you intend to practice and the amount of available space at your disposal. It could vary from a little cupboard space at the back of your house to a room size pen to a full plot of land or more depending on your capacity.
When constructing a pen , you should avoid over population and give enough room for the snails to move around. Also make sure the spaces are well guarded to prevent them from attacks from rodents, ants and snakes and also to prevent the snails from escaping.
Make sure the pens are surrounded with plants that can serve as a cover crop because snails love cool and dark places.

7. Snail Foods and Feeding – Snails mostly feed on vegetables, plants and fruits. In modern farming, there are formulated feeds rich in calcium that has been specially prepared for snails which makes them grow faster.Some of these feed have been sold to many in our forum. Snails feeds on a variety natural feed crops like pawpaw leaves, cabbage and lettuce, okra leave, water leave, water melon, pawpaw, cucumber, banana and the list goes on.

8. Breeding the snail for market: Snails takes averagely between 6 to 12 months to get to marketable size when breeding with natural feed like fruits and vegetables.However with special formulated feed the growth is boosted.

9. Marketing of your snail in Nigeria: Currently the demand for snail outweighs the supply. So the market is wide and readily available as the snail farmers are not currently meeting demands. Your target markets are the market women in the markets, snail farmers, pepper soup joints, restaurants, hotels, supermarkets and snail lovers who cook them for special delicacies.

SIMPLE ANALYSIS FOR SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA

If you start a snail farm with 1,000 matured snails and they lay say 100 eggs each in a year. Remember that snails can go 3 clusters in a year.
Equals to 100 x 3 = 300 each (that is 300 snails each in a year) but for the purpose of this let’s put it at 150 snails per year.
Cost of 1,000 snails for breeding = 1,000 x 350 = 350,000 (Three Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira)
For 150 snails for 1,000 foundation stock = 150,000 snails in a year.
If after 1 year you decide to sell 100,000 snails out of the 150,000 snails, you have a total of 100,000 x 100 Naira per snail (Highly reduced price) N10,000,000 (that is ten million naira) Is that amazing?
This is a rough projection which is obtainable in a good management practices.I think with this little summary snail breeding is profitable.*Seminar Recap On The Treasured Entrepreneurs Association TEA Hall Of Wealth General Active Group Page 1 & 2*

👉🏼 Theme:

❤ *Snail Farming Business In Nigeria*

💚 *How to get started and all you need to know*…

🎤 Speaker/Facilitator/Discussant

🗣Mr Olowoporoku Abolore

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA

Snail farming in Nigeria is one of the most lucrative, cost effective, easy to run business practices that requires very little capital to run compared to other forms of agricultural practices. Snail farming in Nigeria is one of the most neglected farming practices in Nigeria yet the opportunities abound. Snails are more popular in African countries like Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa.

The opportunities are massive likewise the potentials. Unlike other forms of agricultural practices that require you building mighty structures and moving far away into the forest, snail farming doesn’t require massive land spaces and confinement. Infact you can start a commercial snail farm at the back of your backyard. It requires little spaces, It’s environmental friendly, requires little man power and the feeding are cheap or almost free.

WHAT ARE SNAILS??

Snails are animals with shells that have the ability to retract into their shell and also craw. The local name for snail in Nigeria is Igbin or Eju. There are so many species/breeds of snails in Nigeria and the world, but the types we are looking at here are the ones that are suitable for commercial Purpose in Nigeria and Africa as a whole.

Snail is an animal a mollusc with a single spiral shell into which the whole body can be withdrawn. They are usually found in green vegetations.

WHAT IS SNAIL FARMING??

Snail farming is the process of breeding or rearing snails. Snail farming is also known as Heliciculture or heliculture.

FACTS ABOUT SNAIL AND SNAIL FARMING

1. Snails produces a thick slime which protects and gives them the ability to crawl on sharp object like the edge of a razor and not get hurt.

2. Snails are Hermaphrodite that is they posses both the male and female reproductive system

3. Garden snails have up to 14,175 teeth.They are all located on their tongue called the radula.

4. The biggest snail specie is the Achatina Marginata (AM) popular in Nigeria

5. Snails have the ability to hibernate during extreme cold or dry season. They form a protective white covering which can sustain them for months.

6. Snails are nocturnal animals that is they are more active at night.

7. Snails are very good sources of protein.

8. Because of the suction created by their slime, a snail can crawl upside down.

9. Snails are deaf they don’t have a sense of hearing that is they cannot hear, they only see, feel and smell

10. Snails can live up to 5 to 20 years like in some cases that have been seen.

ADVANTAGES OF SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA

1. Snail shells serves as calcium used for animal feeds.
2. Snail farming require little land or space.
3. Snail feeds are cheap and readily available.
4. Snail farming in Nigeria is not capital intensive.
5. Snail farming is easy to run.
6. Snail doesn’t require too much attention like other agricultural practices or livestock thereby making it easy to run part time.
7. Snail farming requires little or no man power or labour.
8. Snail farming doesn’t constitute nuisance to the environment which is usually the case for other livestock farming in terms of noise and animal waste.
9. Quick growth, Snails are highly productive, can produce over 300 eggs over a year.
10. Snail meat is rich in protein, and its low level of cholesterol and fat.
11. Snail farming can easily be combined or incorporated with other farming practices..
12. Snails are basically harmless creatures.
13. Snail farming is a good source of income for the family.
14. Snails have Low mortality rate engaging best management practices.

BENEFITS OF SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA
1. It’s easy to run.
2. It is highly lucrative.
3. It is environmental friendly.
4. Snails are highly productive.
5. Low in fat and cholesterol.
6. Highly medicinal and used for health related products.
7. Has traditional healing benefits.
8. A good export opportunity.
9. It contains iron, vitamin A, calcium, magnesium and has very low fat.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS USED FOR SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA
1. Tank for water
2. Watering cans
3. Hand trowel
4. Rake
5. Shovel
6. Weighing scale (digital preferably)
7. Buckets
8. Feeders
9. Pipe or hose
10.Humidity monitor,Soil pH metre.

SNAIL BREEDS/SPECIES IN SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA

When it comes to snail farming in Nigeria, there are 3 popular types of snail species/breeds common for snail breeding in Nigeria. There are often 3 major types of snails used for snail breeding in Nigeria and Africa in general this is due to their commercial viability.

1. Archachatina Marginata (AM)
2. Achatina Achatina (AA)
3. Achatina Fulica (AF)

(1) Archachatina Marginata (AM)

The Archachatina Marginata AM is peculiar to West Africa and it’s popularly known as the giant African snail. It is the largest of all the snail specie . They can grow up to 20cm long in size and can produce up to 5 to 12 eggs in a single clutch and they can produce 2 to 3 clutches in a year and can live up to 10 years. It usually takes between 21 to 32 days for the Archachatina Marginata (AM) eggs to hatch, The AM eggs is harder and bigger compared to other species of snails. Archachatina Marginata (AM) takes about 8 to 9 months before it starts the laying of eggs. It is usually prized high because of its large size.

(2) Achatina Achatina (AA)
Achatina Achatina (AA) is d 2nd largest in the world and the second most popular breed in Nigeria and other countries and can lay up to 200 to 500 eggs in a single clutch and can lay up to 3 to 4 clutches in a year, it also takes 21 to 32 days for the Achatina Achatina (AA) eggs to hatch. It takes between 6 to 7 months before the Achatina Achatina (AA) starts laying of eggs.

(3). Achatina Fulica (AF)
Achatina Fulica (AF): The AF is the 3rd largest and can lay up to 200 to 500 eggs in a clutch and can produce up to 3 to 4 clutches a year. It is the smallest of the breeding type of snail. It is also the third specie used in snail breeding in Nigeria.

PROCESSES INVOLVED IN SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA – HELICULTURE

1. Education: This is where many farmers fail because they hardly know much about the business they are venturing into. So first of all, get all the knowledge about the business, understand the business idea, breed type, problem you might face, disease, feeds, plants and vegetable, do’s and don’ts, marketing, viablity and the different challenges that may arise in the process of running the business. Once you gatherer enough knowledge about snail farming in Nigeria you are good to go.You can also visit other snail farms to get an idea of operating a snail farm or let an experienced person guide you.After this then move on to the next stage.

2. Physical Environment of the Farm: One of the most important factors in snail farming is the physical environment of your snail farm. Your snail farm must be properly chosen and selected and situated in an environment that is free from predators, diseases and bacteria that may be harmful to your snail farm. Make sure there are plants or tress to shield the snails from direct sunlight and winds.

3. The Soil Type and texture: The soil plays a major role in the life cycle of the snail, because the snail derives the calcium and other nutrients needed for the formation of its shell from the soil and also the soil plays a major role in the hatching of the snail eggs. Because snails bury their eggs inside the soil for hatching. So therefore the best soil used for snail breeding is the type that has low water retention capacity that is, it doesn’t retain too much water. A perfect soil type for snail breeding is sandy-loamy soil.

4. The pen for snail: When building a pen for snail farming, you need to ask yourself the type of snail farming you intend to practice, are you looking at an intensive or extensive farm system. Are you looking at a very big farm, a commercial farm, free range or a caged system?You must ask of these before you construct your housing unit.Moreso,how many snails you are looking at breeding determines the dimension of the housing unit.

5. Sourcing for snails: Snails can easily be sourced either from reputable snail farms around you. Make sure they are very active and they haven’t been exposed to too much sunlight to avoid stress which might affect their survival and breeding capability. The best time to source for snails for breeding is during the raining season. Snails are known to be more active in the night and morning when it rains.

6. Building the Snail House (Snailery) – : Snail houses can vary depending on the type of snail breeding practices you intend to practice and the amount of available space at your disposal. It could vary from a little cupboard space at the back of your house to a room size pen to a full plot of land or more depending on your capacity.
When constructing a pen , you should avoid over population and give enough room for the snails to move around. Also make sure the spaces are well guarded to prevent them from attacks from rodents, ants and snakes and also to prevent the snails from escaping.
Make sure the pens are surrounded with plants that can serve as a cover crop because snails love cool and dark places.

7. Snail Foods and Feeding – Snails mostly feed on vegetables, plants and fruits. In modern farming, there are formulated feeds rich in calcium that has been specially prepared for snails which makes them grow faster.Some of these feed have been sold to many in our forum. Snails feeds on a variety natural feed crops like pawpaw leaves, cabbage and lettuce, okra leave, water leave, water melon, pawpaw, cucumber, banana and the list goes on.

8. Breeding the snail for market: Snails takes averagely between 6 to 12 months to get to marketable size when breeding with natural feed like fruits and vegetables.However with special formulated feed the growth is boosted.

9. Marketing of your snail in Nigeria: Currently the demand for snail outweighs the supply. So the market is wide and readily available as the snail farmers are not currently meeting demands. Your target markets are the market women in the markets, snail farmers, pepper soup joints, restaurants, hotels, supermarkets and snail lovers who cook them for special delicacies.

SIMPLE ANALYSIS FOR SNAIL FARMING IN NIGERIA

If you start a snail farm with 1,000 matured snails and they lay say 100 eggs each in a year. Remember that snails can go 3 clusters in a year.
Equals to 100 x 3 = 300 each (that is 300 snails each in a year) but for the purpose of this let’s put it at 150 snails per year.
Cost of 1,000 snails for breeding = 1,000 x 350 = 350,000 (Three Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira)
For 150 snails for 1,000 foundation stock = 150,000 snails in a year.
If after 1 year you decide to sell 100,000 snails out of the 150,000 snails, you have a total of 100,000 x 100 Naira per snail (Highly reduced price) N10,000,000 (that is ten million naira) Is that amazing?
This is a rough projection which is obtainable in a good management practices.I think with this little summary snail breeding is profitable.

*Seminar Recap On The Treasured Entrepreneurship Association TEA Hall Of Wealth General Active Group Page 1 & 2*

👉🏼 Theme:

❤ *How To Set Up A Mini Sachet And Bottled Water Company In Nigeria*…..

💚 *Processing, Packaging, Marketing And Sales*

🎤 Speaker/Facilitator/Discussant

🗣Mrs Aminah Junaid

*HOW TO SET UP A MINI SACHET AND BOTTLED WATER COMPANY IN NIGERIA*

WHAT IS WATER?

Water as we all know that our life depends on it.

Water is the most widespread mineral substance on the earth surface. It covers nearly 70% of the earth crust and it is estimated that about 330million m^3 of it is available on earth.

Water forms the earth’s hydrosphere, appearing mostly in oceans and polar ice caps. It is also present in clouds, rain water, rivers, lakes, springs, freshwater aquifers, etc.

Water in these bodies perpetually moves through a constant cycle of evaporation, precipitation, condensation and run off to the sea in what is known as the WATER CYCLE.

ANALYSIS TO MAKE IN SETTING UP A BUSINESS

Before embarking on any business, be it large or small scale, some analysis must be put forward and these are known as SWOT analysis.

You might be wondering what SWOT analysis is, I will explain;
👉S – Strength of the area
👉W – Weakness of the area
👉O – Opportunities of the area
👉T – Threats of the area, you are setting up your business. If all these are well looked into then you are fine to go.

CONDITIONS USED IN SELECTING WATER SOURCE

1. Topography of the area
2. Population targeted
3. Velocity of the water
4. Dump sites and
5.Industrial areas.

Dump sites and industrial areas are the most paramount things to watch out for, because of the health hazards associated to these areas.

PROCESSING AND PACKAGING OF BOTTLED/SACHET WATER

I tell you some people are into poverty today because they are still unsure of which profitable business to do, even though they have enough capital unlike those who are certain of a business idea but do not have capital.

Whichever category you fall on, this business guide will benefit both categories.

Nigeria is indeed a blessed country which has a high open market demands for the production of goods and service which are highly required and consumed by her citizens. One of the prominent required commodities which it company products are highly consumed by Nigerians is “Bottled water/ Pure water production business” in Nigeria.

And this is because man as part of a living creature can’t do without water, so therefore needs water to survive.

With the high population of Nigeria’s citizen there is a massive high demand for this. So even though there are many bottled water/ pure water companies in Nigeria, your business can still be very profitable.

In some way, I don’t think a lot of people know that this business is a very good business opportunity that has the capability of feeding you and your family ‘healthy’, providing for their needs and also have some extra cash to save for future needs.

Why most people do usually ignore this business opportunity is because the purchasing cost of bottled water/pure water in Nigeria is low (#100 per bottle and #150 per bag representatively).

So they feel no need of setting up this business because they feel they won’t be making much money from it. But that is where they got it all wrong; you see most commodities which are sold in little/few prices tends to move faster than most commodity which has high prices.

Have you ever had about this theory which states “The lower the price, the higher the amount of purchase”?

This theory is not just a mere quoting theory, but a practical one for that matter.

Am not here to prove or argue on any economic theories or so, all am trying to do is to show you the high possibility of setting up a bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria and making an income from it; that is, a feasibility study on bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria.

For some of us who might have interest solely on how to start pure water business in Nigeria or how to start a bottled water business in Nigeria solely should worry less because this guide covers the two business setup because it’s interwoven.

Estimated cost for setting up a Bottled water/Pure water production company in Nigeria

One of the problems that one might encounter when one wants to set up bottled water/pure water Production business in Nigeria is the costs. The analyzed cost of running a bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria cannot be determined because it varies and can be influenced by set out plans; most people start up small while others people start up big.

In this guide, I will list out and explain the steps, facilities, and equipment from there, you can personal estimate your business startup cost.

How to get capital for starting your bottled water/pure water Production business in Nigeria

Like I stated earlier, some people who intend to start this business may have capital while others do not. If you happen to fall at the latter, here are few places where you can seek for loan or funds to set up your business.

The government; government have set up organizations which do assist individuals with funds to set up meaningful business provided you have a good business proposal.

Microfinance banks; these banks lends out funds to loan seekers with interests.

Make sure you have a good business proposal for setting up your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria.

Cooperative societies; there are some known societies which are known for allocating loans with interests. They could also be of help.

Nigeria Financial Institution; First Bank, Wema Bank, Zenith Bank etc. are known for granting loans with fair interest.

Feel free to walk up to any of these banks and enquiry the procedure for seeking loans, to know if you meet up with the requirement.

Personal Loan lenders; there are lots of personal loan lenders online who can lend out loans with interest and without collateral. They might require some information’s like national ID, Bank verification Numbers (BVN), driving license etc. if you intend to borrow from them, make sure you properly and vigorously research about them before you deal with them because some fraudster are using this opportunity to scam people to mention but few.

STEPS AND PROCEDURE ON HOW TO START A BOTTLED WATER/SACHET WATER PRODUCTION BUSINESS IN NIGERIA

1. Write a Business Proposal

Whenever you want to setup any business, you should setup a good business plan/proposal.

This plan should include the step by step procedure.

The right equipment’s to buy, the amount of workers needed. The amount you intend to start with, and also a possible estimated income.

This plans/proposal can also aid in the collection of loan if needed.

2.Proper Research

This step is not just specifically for only a bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria but can also be applied to any other business too.

Before setting up any business you should do a vigorously research on it; meet experts and if possible consult entrepreneurs who are already expert in it.

3.Get a Good Business Site

After laying down your plans and developing your research, it is now time to find a good site layout or land for your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria.

Depending on the capital, some people might want to buy a land then build a four or five bungalow with toilet in it. While others might choose to lent it.

Why go far, a standard room and parlour self contain is enough to start.

But whichever one you choose, you must need a bungalow, because you will need rooms for many activities like;
👉A big finished
product room for storage
👉Spacious production room directly in front of (1) above.
👉A raw material store
👉A mini laboratory room
👉Production Manager Office/quality control room
👉A waste material room which should be separately built.
👉A waiting room for visitors
👉Director’s office.
👉Clock room; where your workers can change their clothes.
👉And finally a toilet and bathroom (do not overlook this because it part of the requirements of NAFDAC for approval in bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria).

As you can see, my listing is up to ten, which shows, its left for you to manage your resources according to your standard.

Also, the house should be well ventilated and also make provision of a stand-by electricity provision; it could PHCN, Solar or diesel generator. It all depends on your choice.

When choosing the land or site which is suitable for setting up your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria; you should get an area which is not near a cemetery, waste dumps, sewage deposit, petrol, chemicals or anything that can contaminate your water source. In this business, aside seeking for NAFDAC approval, you need to be extremely neat, remember you are feeding a lot of people; and you don’t want to spread typhoid cholera or diarrhea as earlier said.

SOURCE OF WATER

The water source should be a proper dug borehole water, which should be deep enough for the source of clean water (Confined aquifer)

Do not even consider paying for water tankers provider to provide you water.

You should dig a proper borehole, remember this is the number one raw material of your business and shouldn’t be joked it.

You should also get about one or two overhead tank which you can use to store up water.

These tanks should be watched periodically and be taken proper care of.

PRODUCTION EQUIPMENTS

These are equipment’s which you will require for your bottled water/pure water production business.

These items are highly needed and have its own importance. Before or when you intend to get this equipment’s, make sure you make a proper research of them to know the perfect ones that will fit in your business.
These are;

1. Industrial water filters and distiller

These are high custom designed equipment’s which can provide you high quality water treatments and equipment to handle high water volumes under extreme conditions.

Like I said earlier, this equipment is a must have and will provide your bottled water/pure water company a high clean water.

The one mistake most bottled water/pure water company owners make is trying to install this equipment’s by themselves.
If you are absolute sure of how to install them, then you are good to go but if you are new to it, then its highly advisable to seek the help of an expert in this.

There are companies whose work is to provide installation service of this and getting paid. Do not try to experiment with this equipment’s, because doing it wrong can attract, money wastage, contamination of your water, queries from NAFDAC officials.

And most especially, you are dealing with people’s life so you should handle this with care.

2. Commercial Water Softeners and Filters

3. High Volume Reverse Osmosis Skid and Mobile Units (it’s one of the most widely used, highly effective and it’s easier to install.)

4. Distillers
Storage Tanks
Pressure Vessels

5. 3 Phase Pumps and Control Panels

6. Metering Pumps

7. Resins and Other Filter Media

8. Ultra Violet lights

9. Ozonizer (if needed).

10. Ultra air sterilizer

Note: Most installation company may have their own different mode of installation and may not use all this equipment’s and yet provide a perfect job.

Don’t be cheated, most installation companies are known to make you install more unnecessary machines which may not be required; be alert! You should make a proper research and use companies who know what they are doing and also collect cheaper rates. If possible, you should ask for previous installed works they have done and question their previous consumers for any negative or positive feedbacks to avoid wasting money.

PACKAGING OF BOTTLED/SACHET WATER

👉Automated form and sealing machine also for Nylon bags/plastics bottles); this is a highly effective automatic production machine for sealing your products.

This machine is a must have in your bottled water/pure water production business.

Depending on your budget you might get two or more but nevertheless one machine is okay.

In Nigeria, the recommended sealing machine to buy is Koyo sealing machine which is the most used and advanced machine. This Koyo advanced machine can produce packing bags or plastics bottles (depends on the type of machine).

These are items for filling in water for bottle water and pure water. This advanced Koyo machine can also be used in bag making, filling, sealing, printing, cutting and counting. It is also controlled by microprocessor and automatic photocell.

HUMAN RESOURCES AND OTHERS

These are other resources that you will need for your bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria.

These are;
1. LABOURERS

These bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria is not something you can do alone, these production business needs division of labor to make production and work effective.

These laborers are helpers whom you will need that will also boost the production of your bottled water/pure water production business.

2. CLEANERS/JANITORS

These are people whom you will pay to keep the industry clean.

3. OPERATORS

These are machine operators whose duty are to operate the machine for quicker production.

4. PACKERS

These are workers who will pack the pure water or bottled water neatly into the packs to be distributed to consumers.

5. DRIVER(S)

You can have one or two. These drivers will be the one to transport the truck to various destinations to your costumers.

6. MOTOR BOYS

These are workers whom follow the truck wherever it goes when supplying bottled water/pure water. Some people might want to have only driver without a motor boy but know that it will exhaust the driver especially when you have a big truck.

These are the various list of workers you might need depending on your project, it might varies.

7. TRUCK

Know that you will also need a truck for marketing and disturbing to your costumers. In case if you cannot afford a truck a portable tricycle can also serve as an alternative.

8. NAFDAC REG. NO

Before you start distributing or marketing your product you must get a NAFDAC registration number. This is highly required and sometimes do take up to three to five month to achieve. To attain this you can start by going to their website to download their registration requirements or feel free to walk into their office for a face to face contact.

Know that this stage is the most difficult part and without this registration number, you can’t sell.

MARKETING OF YOUR PRODUCT

If there is no problem with NAFDAC, then you are free to sell your product.

As you know that a lot of producers are into bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria but do not be afraid you can still boom.

Since your water is clean, odorless and tasteless, just take a vigorous marketing of your product and watch it selling in no time.*Seminar Recap On The Treasured Entrepreneurship Association TEA Hall Of Wealth General Active Group Page 1 & 2*

👉🏼 Theme:

❤ *How To Set Up A Mini Sachet And Bottled Water Company In Nigeria*…..

💚 *Processing, Packaging, Marketing And Sales*

🎤 Speaker/Facilitator/Discussant

🗣Mrs Aminah Junaid

*HOW TO SET UP A MINI SACHET AND BOTTLED WATER COMPANY IN NIGERIA*

WHAT IS WATER?

Water as we all know that our life depends on it.

Water is the most widespread mineral substance on the earth surface. It covers nearly 70% of the earth crust and it is estimated that about 330million m^3 of it is available on earth.

Water forms the earth’s hydrosphere, appearing mostly in oceans and polar ice caps. It is also present in clouds, rain water, rivers, lakes, springs, freshwater aquifers, etc.

Water in these bodies perpetually moves through a constant cycle of evaporation, precipitation, condensation and run off to the sea in what is known as the WATER CYCLE.

ANALYSIS TO MAKE IN SETTING UP A BUSINESS

Before embarking on any business, be it large or small scale, some analysis must be put forward and these are known as SWOT analysis.

You might be wondering what SWOT analysis is, I will explain;
👉S – Strength of the area
👉W – Weakness of the area
👉O – Opportunities of the area
👉T – Threats of the area, you are setting up your business. If all these are well looked into then you are fine to go.

CONDITIONS USED IN SELECTING WATER SOURCE

1. Topography of the area
2. Population targeted
3. Velocity of the water
4. Dump sites and
5.Industrial areas.

Dump sites and industrial areas are the most paramount things to watch out for, because of the health hazards associated to these areas.

PROCESSING AND PACKAGING OF BOTTLED/SACHET WATER

I tell you some people are into poverty today because they are still unsure of which profitable business to do, even though they have enough capital unlike those who are certain of a business idea but do not have capital.

Whichever category you fall on, this business guide will benefit both categories.

Nigeria is indeed a blessed country which has a high open market demands for the production of goods and service which are highly required and consumed by her citizens. One of the prominent required commodities which it company products are highly consumed by Nigerians is “Bottled water/ Pure water production business” in Nigeria.

And this is because man as part of a living creature can’t do without water, so therefore needs water to survive.

With the high population of Nigeria’s citizen there is a massive high demand for this. So even though there are many bottled water/ pure water companies in Nigeria, your business can still be very profitable.

In some way, I don’t think a lot of people know that this business is a very good business opportunity that has the capability of feeding you and your family ‘healthy’, providing for their needs and also have some extra cash to save for future needs.

Why most people do usually ignore this business opportunity is because the purchasing cost of bottled water/pure water in Nigeria is low (#100 per bottle and #150 per bag representatively).

So they feel no need of setting up this business because they feel they won’t be making much money from it. But that is where they got it all wrong; you see most commodities which are sold in little/few prices tends to move faster than most commodity which has high prices.

Have you ever had about this theory which states “The lower the price, the higher the amount of purchase”?

This theory is not just a mere quoting theory, but a practical one for that matter.

Am not here to prove or argue on any economic theories or so, all am trying to do is to show you the high possibility of setting up a bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria and making an income from it; that is, a feasibility study on bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria.

For some of us who might have interest solely on how to start pure water business in Nigeria or how to start a bottled water business in Nigeria solely should worry less because this guide covers the two business setup because it’s interwoven.

Estimated cost for setting up a Bottled water/Pure water production company in Nigeria

One of the problems that one might encounter when one wants to set up bottled water/pure water Production business in Nigeria is the costs. The analyzed cost of running a bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria cannot be determined because it varies and can be influenced by set out plans; most people start up small while others people start up big.

In this guide, I will list out and explain the steps, facilities, and equipment from there, you can personal estimate your business startup cost.

How to get capital for starting your bottled water/pure water Production business in Nigeria

Like I stated earlier, some people who intend to start this business may have capital while others do not. If you happen to fall at the latter, here are few places where you can seek for loan or funds to set up your business.

The government; government have set up organizations which do assist individuals with funds to set up meaningful business provided you have a good business proposal.

Microfinance banks; these banks lends out funds to loan seekers with interests.

Make sure you have a good business proposal for setting up your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria.

Cooperative societies; there are some known societies which are known for allocating loans with interests. They could also be of help.

Nigeria Financial Institution; First Bank, Wema Bank, Zenith Bank etc. are known for granting loans with fair interest.

Feel free to walk up to any of these banks and enquiry the procedure for seeking loans, to know if you meet up with the requirement.

Personal Loan lenders; there are lots of personal loan lenders online who can lend out loans with interest and without collateral. They might require some information’s like national ID, Bank verification Numbers (BVN), driving license etc. if you intend to borrow from them, make sure you properly and vigorously research about them before you deal with them because some fraudster are using this opportunity to scam people to mention but few.

STEPS AND PROCEDURE ON HOW TO START A BOTTLED WATER/SACHET WATER PRODUCTION BUSINESS IN NIGERIA

1. Write a Business Proposal

Whenever you want to setup any business, you should setup a good business plan/proposal.

This plan should include the step by step procedure.

The right equipment’s to buy, the amount of workers needed. The amount you intend to start with, and also a possible estimated income.

This plans/proposal can also aid in the collection of loan if needed.

2.Proper Research

This step is not just specifically for only a bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria but can also be applied to any other business too.

Before setting up any business you should do a vigorously research on it; meet experts and if possible consult entrepreneurs who are already expert in it.

3.Get a Good Business Site

After laying down your plans and developing your research, it is now time to find a good site layout or land for your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria.

Depending on the capital, some people might want to buy a land then build a four or five bungalow with toilet in it. While others might choose to lent it.

Why go far, a standard room and parlour self contain is enough to start.

But whichever one you choose, you must need a bungalow, because you will need rooms for many activities like;
👉A big finished
product room for storage
👉Spacious production room directly in front of (1) above.
👉A raw material store
👉A mini laboratory room
👉Production Manager Office/quality control room
👉A waste material room which should be separately built.
👉A waiting room for visitors
👉Director’s office.
👉Clock room; where your workers can change their clothes.
👉And finally a toilet and bathroom (do not overlook this because it part of the requirements of NAFDAC for approval in bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria).

As you can see, my listing is up to ten, which shows, its left for you to manage your resources according to your standard.

Also, the house should be well ventilated and also make provision of a stand-by electricity provision; it could PHCN, Solar or diesel generator. It all depends on your choice.

When choosing the land or site which is suitable for setting up your bottled water/pure water business in Nigeria; you should get an area which is not near a cemetery, waste dumps, sewage deposit, petrol, chemicals or anything that can contaminate your water source. In this business, aside seeking for NAFDAC approval, you need to be extremely neat, remember you are feeding a lot of people; and you don’t want to spread typhoid cholera or diarrhea as earlier said.

SOURCE OF WATER

The water source should be a proper dug borehole water, which should be deep enough for the source of clean water (Confined aquifer)

Do not even consider paying for water tankers provider to provide you water.

You should dig a proper borehole, remember this is the number one raw material of your business and shouldn’t be joked it.

You should also get about one or two overhead tank which you can use to store up water.

These tanks should be watched periodically and be taken proper care of.

PRODUCTION EQUIPMENTS

These are equipment’s which you will require for your bottled water/pure water production business.

These items are highly needed and have its own importance. Before or when you intend to get this equipment’s, make sure you make a proper research of them to know the perfect ones that will fit in your business.
These are;

1. Industrial water filters and distiller

These are high custom designed equipment’s which can provide you high quality water treatments and equipment to handle high water volumes under extreme conditions.

Like I said earlier, this equipment is a must have and will provide your bottled water/pure water company a high clean water.

The one mistake most bottled water/pure water company owners make is trying to install this equipment’s by themselves.
If you are absolute sure of how to install them, then you are good to go but if you are new to it, then its highly advisable to seek the help of an expert in this.

There are companies whose work is to provide installation service of this and getting paid. Do not try to experiment with this equipment’s, because doing it wrong can attract, money wastage, contamination of your water, queries from NAFDAC officials.

And most especially, you are dealing with people’s life so you should handle this with care.

2. Commercial Water Softeners and Filters

3. High Volume Reverse Osmosis Skid and Mobile Units (it’s one of the most widely used, highly effective and it’s easier to install.)

4. Distillers
Storage Tanks
Pressure Vessels

5. 3 Phase Pumps and Control Panels

6. Metering Pumps

7. Resins and Other Filter Media

8. Ultra Violet lights

9. Ozonizer (if needed).

10. Ultra air sterilizer

Note: Most installation company may have their own different mode of installation and may not use all this equipment’s and yet provide a perfect job.

Don’t be cheated, most installation companies are known to make you install more unnecessary machines which may not be required; be alert! You should make a proper research and use companies who know what they are doing and also collect cheaper rates. If possible, you should ask for previous installed works they have done and question their previous consumers for any negative or positive feedbacks to avoid wasting money.

PACKAGING OF BOTTLED/SACHET WATER

👉Automated form and sealing machine also for Nylon bags/plastics bottles); this is a highly effective automatic production machine for sealing your products.

This machine is a must have in your bottled water/pure water production business.

Depending on your budget you might get two or more but nevertheless one machine is okay.

In Nigeria, the recommended sealing machine to buy is Koyo sealing machine which is the most used and advanced machine. This Koyo advanced machine can produce packing bags or plastics bottles (depends on the type of machine).

These are items for filling in water for bottle water and pure water. This advanced Koyo machine can also be used in bag making, filling, sealing, printing, cutting and counting. It is also controlled by microprocessor and automatic photocell.

HUMAN RESOURCES AND OTHERS

These are other resources that you will need for your bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria.

These are;
1. LABOURERS

These bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria is not something you can do alone, these production business needs division of labor to make production and work effective.

These laborers are helpers whom you will need that will also boost the production of your bottled water/pure water production business.

2. CLEANERS/JANITORS

These are people whom you will pay to keep the industry clean.

3. OPERATORS

These are machine operators whose duty are to operate the machine for quicker production.

4. PACKERS

These are workers who will pack the pure water or bottled water neatly into the packs to be distributed to consumers.

5. DRIVER(S)

You can have one or two. These drivers will be the one to transport the truck to various destinations to your costumers.

6. MOTOR BOYS

These are workers whom follow the truck wherever it goes when supplying bottled water/pure water. Some people might want to have only driver without a motor boy but know that it will exhaust the driver especially when you have a big truck.

These are the various list of workers you might need depending on your project, it might varies.

7. TRUCK

Know that you will also need a truck for marketing and disturbing to your costumers. In case if you cannot afford a truck a portable tricycle can also serve as an alternative.

8. NAFDAC REG. NO

Before you start distributing or marketing your product you must get a NAFDAC registration number. This is highly required and sometimes do take up to three to five month to achieve. To attain this you can start by going to their website to download their registration requirements or feel free to walk into their office for a face to face contact.

Know that this stage is the most difficult part and without this registration number, you can’t sell.

MARKETING OF YOUR PRODUCT

If there is no problem with NAFDAC, then you are free to sell your product.

As you know that a lot of producers are into bottled water/pure water production business in Nigeria but do not be afraid you can still boom.

Since your water is clean, odorless and tasteless, just take a vigorous marketing of your product and watch it selling in no time.

http://*MYTEA QUOTE OF THE DAY*
(Tuesday 21st Of May 2019)

*HOT TEA*☕☕☕

*TODAYS QUOTE*

👉🏼Theme:

❤ *_Turning your passion into profits_*

If you create and market a product through a business that is an alignment to your personality🤷🏼‍♀🤷🏼‍♀🤷🏼‍♀

Capitalize on your history,incorporate your experience,harness your talents,optimize your strength,compliment your weakness,honour your weakness,honour your life purpose,and move your live purpose towards the conquest of your fears…

There is ABSOLUTELY no way that anyone in this or any other universe can offer the same value that you do…

Every great dream begins with a dreamer…

Always remember,you have within you the strength,the patience,and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world…

A man must be big enough to admit his mistakes,smart enough to profit from them and strong enough to correct them……

Formal education will make you a living…

Quest for self education and knowledge will make you a FORTUNE….

The longer you are not taking action

The more money you are losing….

Always Expect the best, prepare for the worst and always learn to capitalize on opportunities that come your way…….

Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed and bottled up in overalls and look like a work….

My formula for success is rise early,work late and strike oil…..

Too many people spend money they haven't earned,to buy things they dont want to impress people that they don't like…

Never spend money before you earned or have it…

Money is multiplied in practical value depending on the number of W's you control in your life…

What you do,when you do it,where you do it,why you do it,and with whom you do it….

If money is your hope for independence then forget it,you will never have it….

The only real security that a man can have in this world is a value of knowledge,experience, passion and ability….

Allow your passion to turn into profit for you….

Do today what your future self will thank you for🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Think Success!!! Think Entrepreneurship!!👌👌👌

Success is mine!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

See you at the top🏃🏾‍♀🏃🏾‍♀🏃🏾‍♀

*Asuni Adeshola*

*TEA* National Project Cordinator/Director

For more information and questions please ring these numbers…

📞+2348176101488
☎+2348125587132

*Facebook: Treasured Entrepreneurs

*Facebook Page:TEA Foundation

*Facebook Group:MYTEA Foundation

*Twitter:@asuni_adeshola

*Instagram:@asuni.adeshola

*Email: mytea247@gmail.com*MYTEA QUOTE OF THE DAY*
(Tuesday 21st Of May 2019)

*HOT TEA*☕☕☕

*TODAYS QUOTE*

👉🏼Theme:

❤ *_Turning your passion into profits_*

If you create and market a product through a business that is an alignment to your personality🤷🏼‍♀🤷🏼‍♀🤷🏼‍♀

Capitalize on your history,incorporate your experience,harness your talents,optimize your strength,compliment your weakness,honour your weakness,honour your life purpose,and move your live purpose towards the conquest of your fears…

There is ABSOLUTELY no way that anyone in this or any other universe can offer the same value that you do…

Every great dream begins with a dreamer…

Always remember,you have within you the strength,the patience,and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world…

A man must be big enough to admit his mistakes,smart enough to profit from them and strong enough to correct them……

Formal education will make you a living…

Quest for self education and knowledge will make you a FORTUNE….

The longer you are not taking action

The more money you are losing….

Always Expect the best, prepare for the worst and always learn to capitalize on opportunities that come your way…….

Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed and bottled up in overalls and look like a work….

My formula for success is rise early,work late and strike oil…..

Too many people spend money they haven’t earned,to buy things they dont want to impress people that they don’t like…

Never spend money before you earned or have it…

Money is multiplied in practical value depending on the number of W’s you control in your life…

What you do,when you do it,where you do it,why you do it,and with whom you do it….

If money is your hope for independence then forget it,you will never have it….

The only real security that a man can have in this world is a value of knowledge,experience, passion and ability….

Allow your passion to turn into profit for you….

Do today what your future self will thank you for🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Think Success!!! Think Entrepreneurship!!👌👌👌

Success is mine!!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

See you at the top🏃🏾‍♀🏃🏾‍♀🏃🏾‍♀

*Asuni Adeshola*

*TEA* National Project Cordinator/Director

For more information and questions please ring these numbers…

📞+2348176101488
☎+2348125587132

*Facebook: Treasured Entrepreneurs

*Facebook Page:TEA Foundation

*Facebook Group:MYTEA Foundation

*Twitter:@asuni_adeshola

*Instagram:@asuni.adeshola

*Email: mytea247@gmail.com