Cashew(Anacardium occidentale) production and added value

The cashew tree (Anacardium occidentale) is a species of small tree in the Anacardiaceae family, native to tropical America and cultivated in tropical zones for the production of cashew nuts and cashew apples. Cashew is a hardy tree that tolerates wind well. It is used for soil erosion control, hedge protection, plot demarcation and firebreaks. It is also used as firewood and as a medicinal plant.A good cashew plantation requires perfect mastery of its technical itinerary, in particular by choosing the right planting site and seeds. However, rigorous monitoring of the various stages, maintenance and control of diseases and pests are also necessary.Agricultural knowledge and skills are essential to manage, produce and obtain the gain in cashew production over a given period. Processing units maximize production income by adding value to cashew trees.

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Saba DEWANOU holds a Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, majoring in Natural Resource Development and Management, and a Master's degree in Tropical Forestry, majoring in Wildlife and Rangeland Management and Development.