Learn more about who we are, our journey, and what inspires our passion for great nutrition.
Cato Foods is a mission-driven food processing social enterprise transforming agriculture into measurable nutrition impact. Established in 2014, we exist to combat malnutrition and hidden hunger across Nigeria particularly among women, children under five, and low-income communities through scalable, market-based solutions. We are pioneers in the commercial processing of biofortified Vitamin A cassava in Nigeria, We converting nutrient-enriched staple crops (Cassava, Maize and Orange fleshed sweet potato) into safe, affordable, and accessible food products. By leveraging food technology and innovation systems, we deliver essential micronutrients through everyday diets creating a cost-effective pathway to improved public health outcomes. Our vertically integrated model strengthens the entire cassava value chain. With an installed processing capacity of 30 metric tons per day, we aggregate from smallholder farmers especially rural women and youth providing structured market access, technical support, and income opportunities. This model simultaneously improves farmer livelihoods, drives rural economic inclusion, and ensures consistent raw material supply for scale. Cato Foods operates at the intersection of agriculture, nutrition, and inclusive enterprise.
At Cato Foods, our core objective is to meet the growing demand for safe, nutritious staple foods while actively reducing hunger and hidden hunger (micronutrient deficiency) across Nigeria and Africa. We achieve this through the large-scale production and distribution of high-quality, value-added food products that combine commercial viability with measurable nutrition impact.
At Cato Foods, impact and profitability go hand in hand because sustainable businesses build sustainable communities.
Over 15,000 Smallholder farmers reached.
Over 7,000 Tons of cassava processed to reduce spoilage.
We provide high-quality organic foods that nourish the body and respect the planet. From farm to table, our products are grown without harmful chemicals, offering a healthier choice for you.
To build sustainable nutrition delivery linkages and efficient supply chain across the agricultural value chain, reaching consumers with healthy, hygienic and nutritious diets by making food readily available, more affordable, easily accessible and safe.
To be Africa’s leading and reputable organization, addressing food insecurity and malnutrition, driving innovative product development, agriculture value chain optimization and inclusive smallholder farmers engagement for sustainable development.
We exist to nourish lives. Every product we create is designed to improve health, reduce hidden hunger, and make nutritious food accessible to families everywhere.
We continuously improve how food is grown, processed, and delivered. Through technology, creativity and smart solutions, we turn challenges into opportunities for impact and growth.
We believe growth must be shared. We intentionally empower women, youth, and smallholder farmers, ensuring everyone has a seat at the table of opportunity.
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We listen, adapt, and deliver products that meet their needs with reliability and care.
We are committed to doing things right from farm sourcing to final packaging. Excellence is not an option; it is our standard.
We never compromise on quality. Every product reflects our promise of safety, consistency, and trust.
