Mr. Francis Aforve, Executive Director of the African Foundation for Climate Change and Sustainable Development (AFCCSD) and Founder of Climate Smart Solutions Limited, has expanded his snail farming project from 1,000 to over 20,000 snails within five months.
The project, implemented through Climate Smart Solutions Limited, began in November 2024 with the construction of one greenhouse for a private client.
He explained that the farm was stocked with 1,000 point-of-lay achatina snails in May, 2025, the first greenhouse created optimal conditions for rapid reproduction and by October, 2025, the snail population had surged to more than 20,000, prompting the client to commission three additional greenhouses to accommodate the growing stock.
“This is a practical example of how climate-smart agriculture can transform livelihoods,” Mr. Aforve stated.
“We created a controlled environment that mimics natural conditions, while protecting the snails from predators, harsh weather, and disease; we’ve achieved exponential growth with minimal losses,” the climate advocate added.
He said the greenhouses were equipped with humidity and temperature regulation systems, sustainable feeding mechanisms, and biosecurity measures that enhanced breeding efficiency.
The model not only ensured high productivity but also aligned with Ghana’s goals for food security, youth employment, and climate adaptation.
Snail farming, often overlooked in mainstream agribusiness, is gaining traction as a high-yield, low-impact venture. With increasing demand for organic protein and export potential.
The model of snail rearing could be replicated across Ghana and West Africa.
Mr. Aforve said: “As both a climate advocate and entrepreneur, I see this as a blueprint for sustainable development; we’re not just farming snails-we’re building a resilient agricultural future.”
He pointed out that the greenhouse setup, breeding techniques, and economic potential of snail farming, explained why Ghanaian youth should be encouraged to venture into to the sector.
Source: Access Agric
