Company history/background
Grown year-round.
The company in question breeds snails for human consumption using circular waste streams. In a climate-controlled chamber with a vertical farming system, the snails are cultivated year-round under optimal temperature and humidity. No antibiotics or pesticides are used.
Company activities
Tender and flavorful.
Due to the farming method and careful monitoring of the food flow, the snails remain tender and flavorful. Additional product development is taking place in the areas of:
- Snail caviar
- Snail pâté
- Supply to the cosmetics industry
Unique selling points
The market demand for snails.
In recent years, many circular concepts surrounding insect farming have been launched. However, there is still hardly any demand for insects on the food market in Western Europe, whereas a large market already exists for snails. Moreover, the yield per kilo for snails is much higher than that of insects. Currently, the yield stands at 30 euros per kilo.
Other
Growth capital
To grow in a healthy and sustainable manner, an investment of €160,000 is required. With this investment, the current breeding site will double in capacity and be further made more sustainable through the installation of green energy systems and a high-quality Heat Recovery unit. Additionally, investments will be made in a HACCP environment. The snails can then be supplied internationally in cans, vacuum-packed, or frozen. Equity participation and other forms of financing are open for discussion.
Personal data
- MBI candidate
- Strategic acquisition
- Investor