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The race is on

Preface

An oddly fast-paced race is on to boost the global snail supply. Demand has been boosted by recent pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications for snail flesh and shells. Plus, the ­free-range snail population is decreasing and they are becoming harder to find.



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