OUR STORY
Central Poultry (CP) is a Malawian, multi-national food company headquartered in Lilongwe. It is currently the largest chicken producer in Malawi with export networks to across southern African markets. CP was founded in 2000, expanding its business through strategic investments in world-class in-house hatcheries, farms, and state of the art abattoirs including launching of new product lines, expanding distribution channels, and partnerships. Today CP is vertically integrated, owning divisions for every process from "egg to table".
Company Timeline: 2000 - 2025
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Company Timeline: 2000 - 2025
Each milestone in our timeline reflects a step forward in our mission to enrich lives, empower communities, and lead with integrity in every aspect of our operations.
OUR VISION
Building sustainable communities with poultry products that are Great every time.
OUR MISSION
Providing quality, nutritious and affordable chicken products while enhancing the resilience of local communities and growing the economy.
OUR VALUES
Growth
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Respect
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Accountability
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GOING BEYONDBuilding a Sustainable Future
Going Beyond is our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy that solidifies our long-term commitment to operating responsibly, protecting our environment, uplifting communities, and strengthening governance practices that ensure trust and transparency. As we look to the future, we are focused on building a resilient business that creates lasting value for our people, partners, and planet.
Sustainability
We are actively working to minimize our environmental impact across all operations. From investing in energy-efficient production systems to improving water use and waste management, our goal is to operate in harmony with the ecosystems that support us.
Community and partnerships
Our people and communities are at the heart of our business. Through the CP Foundation, we extend our impact by supporting food security, youth empowerment, and community resilience initiatives.
Strategic Leadership
Integrity, accountability, and transparency guide every aspect of how we operate. Our governance structure ensures that ESG goals are integrated into business decision-making, with clear oversight and regular evaluation.