CassVita has developed a proprietary process to extend the shelf life of harvested cassava from three days to eighteen months, eliminating post-harvest loss for farmers. The company transforms this resilient root vegetable into value-added products such as fufu, flour, starch, and animal feed. This innovation unlocks cassava's potential as a stable, climate-resilient alternative to traditional grains like wheat and maize for global food manufacturers.
Funding
$5.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Cassava, a climate-resilient and nutritious crop, spoils within three days of harvest, leading to over 50% post-harvest loss for farmers. This spoilage contributes to extreme poverty for the 20 million cassava farmers worldwide, the majority of whom are women.
Solution
CassVita has developed a technology to extend the shelf life of cassava from three days to 18 months. This methodology enables farmers to preserve their entire harvest, preventing loss and increasing potential income. By significantly reducing post-harvest spoilage, CassVita aims to create economic opportunities and improve the livelihoods of cassava farming communities. The company envisions its process becoming the standard for cassava cultivation and distribution, fostering prosperity for farmers.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is cassava farmers, particularly women in developing countries, who experience significant post-harvest losses due to rapid spoilage.
Features
- Proprietary methodology for extending cassava shelf life to 18 months
- Technology minimizes post-harvest loss, allowing farmers to retain their entire harvest
- Focus on empowering women farmers, who represent 75% of cassava farmers
- Aims to increase farmer income by enabling them to sell more of their crop