Our Story
Derrick Cantrell — Founder & Owner
Strict quality standards
Long-term partnerships
About Us
People buy from people. Here's who you're buying from.
Founded by Derrick Cantrell, Cantrell Naturals was created to connect American businesses and families with premium food products sourced directly from trusted farms around the world.
After years in logistics and international trade, Derrick kept seeing the same problem: good rice leaving good farms, then passing through four or five hands before it reached a shelf — each one adding cost and stripping away accountability. Cantrell Naturals removes those hands. We buy at the source, control the chain, and put our name on the bag.
“If you call us, you’re talking to the person who chose the farm, checked the mill, and signed for the container. That’s the whole point.”
Derrick Cantrell, Founder
Built on a Vision. Rooted in Trust.
Cantrell Naturals was founded by Derrick Cantrell with a clear purpose: to connect quality food products from worldwide with businesses and consumers throughout the United States.
Drawing on years of experience in logistics and international trade, Derrick recognized an opportunity to build something different, a food brand grounded in direct sourcing, supply chain transparency, and a genuine commitment to the customers it serves.
From day one, Cantrell Naturals has been about more than just selling products. It’s about building bridges between international producers and American markets and between suppliers and the customers who depend on them.
Our Mission
What Drives Us
Our mission is straightforward: to deliver high-quality food products from worldwide while creating dependable supply chains, supporting global trade, and providing exceptional value to our customers.
We believe quality food shouldn’t come with compromise. That means sourcing directly from trusted international suppliers, maintaining strict standards at every stage of the process, and standing behind every product we put our name on.
About Us
See the supply chain for yourself
Photos show a product. Video shows the work behind it — the fields, the mill, the container doors opening in Ontario. Nothing staged.
Side By Side
Why Buy From Cantrell Naturals?
What Sets Us Apart
The Cantrell Naturals Difference
Direct International Sourcing
We work directly with trusted suppliers across the globe, building relationships that allow us to maintain high standards of quality, consistency, and value without relying on unnecessary intermediaries.
Logistics & Supply Chain Expertise
Our background in international trade isn’t just a talking point; it’s built into how we operate. We understand supply chains, and we use that expertise to ensure reliable delivery for every order, every time.
A Focus on Long-Term Relationships
We’re not interested in one-off transactions. We aim to build lasting partnerships with retailers, restaurants, distributors, and consumers who share our commitment to quality and dependability.
A Growing Product Range
We launched with our Premium Long Grain White Rice, a product that sets the tone for everything Cantrell Naturals stands for. As we grow, we’ll continue expanding our range with carefully selected food products from around the world.
We're Just Getting Started
Cantrell Naturals is a new company with a long-term vision. We’re proud of where we’re starting and excited about where we’re going. If you’re looking for a food supplier you can count on, we’d love to hear from you.