Defe Foods Processing and Packaging Plant is projected to operate at a scale that significantly transforms food supply in Gokwe and beyond. With a daily milling capacity of 50 tonnes of maize, the plant will produce approximately 15,000 tonnes of maize meal annually, packaged into retail-ready 10kg, 20kg, and 50kg bags for households and institutions. This alone creates a reliable supply for the wider Gokwe area while generating strong revenue streams for the co-op.

The sunflower oil line will process 8,000 tonnes of sunflower seed annually, yielding around 3 million litres of cooking oil. Packaged in 2-litre and 5-litre bottles, this output positions Defe Foods as a competitive player in both local and regional edible oil markets, where demand consistently outpaces supply.

On the protein side, the beef and fish divisions will handle approximately 1,500 head of cattle and 200 tonnes of fish per year. Processed and packaged under cold chain systems, these will be supplied to urban supermarkets, local butcheries, and regional export buyers. Complementing these lines, the plant will process 1,200 tonnes of sugar beans annually, cleaned, graded, and vacuum-packed for both local consumption and export.

At full capacity, the plant will generate an estimated US$6 million in annual revenues, with gross margins averaging 30–35% across the product lines. This provides a strong justification for the US$2.8 million debenture raise, as the facility not only pays for itself over the 5-year term but also secures attractive returns for investors while building lasting value for cooperative members.

The combination of diversified outputs, high-demand staple products, and integrated cold chain logistics ensures both resilience and profitability, making Defe Foods a strategically sound investment for community-driven agro-industrial growth.