A French-Canadian engineer tackles global nutrition needs with a simple processing system incorporating sophisticated design features.
With a third of the world's 6.2 billion people lacking dependable electric service, Harrigan set out to design a nonelectric version with more versatility. The result is VitaGoat, a mini-food plant that processes both wet foods and dry products quickly and efficiently. The system can be built and sold in developing countries for less than $1,500. With assistance from Africare, three beta units are being installed in West Africa. Some countries in the region export mangoes and import mango puree, a value-added product the Goat can produce.