Snail production at BV Farms

Snail

Clean, protein-rich giant land snails

Overview

About our snail

Our heliculture unit raises Achatina achatina and Archachatina marginata in shaded, humidity-controlled pens that mimic natural forest floor conditions.

Snails are fed on farm-grown leafy vegetables, fruit and calcium supplements, producing large, clean shells and firm, high-protein meat.

Quality Assurance

Benefits & standards

  • High-protein, low-fat, iron-rich meat
  • Chemical-free feeding programme
  • Size-graded batches for consistent portions
  • Available live or cleaned and packed

Our Process

How we raise it

01

Breeding stock

Selected mature snails are kept for egg production in dedicated breeding pens.

02

Hatchery

Eggs are incubated in controlled moisture and temperature until hatch.

03

Grow-out

Snails move through size-graded pens with fresh feed and calcium daily.

04

Purging & packing

Snails are purged and cleaned before packing to ensure a clean, grit-free product.

Gallery

Snail in pictures

Snails at BV Farms
Giant land snail on a leaf at BV Farms
Group of snails at BV Farms
Giant African land snail shells at BV Farms

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What sizes do you supply?+

Small, medium, large and jumbo grades, sold per piece or per kilogram.

How long do live snails keep?+

Kept cool, damp and shaded, live snails remain in good condition for several days.

Do you sell breeding stock?+

Yes, we supply point-of-lay breeders along with basic setup guidance.

Interested in our snail?

Send us your requirements and our team will respond within one business day.

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