Cashew industry in Mozambique plays an important role in adding value to cashew nuts, generating foreign exchange and jobs. However, little is known about its sustainability. The objective of this study was to assess the sustainability of Mozambican cashew nuts processing industry, in an integrated approach of the environmental, economic and social dimensions. A tridimensional…
Cashew trees have experienced remarkable expansion in northern Cameroon over the past decade. They have recently become the second most lucrative cash crop after cotton. This geographic progression has been largely driven by public policies. However, despite the involvement of multiple stakeholders in its promotion, scientific data on this crop in Cameroon remain scarce. Moreover,…
This study presents a comprehensive sustainability benchmarking of an Ivorian cashew processor (Cashew Coast), using a dashboard of sustainability indicators for the cashew value chain. Based on data collected in 2022-2023 and 2024 from the supply chain consisting of 9 423 organic cashew plantations and two processing facilities, the assessment examines Cashew Coast’s performance relative…
Consumer preference for high-fibre plant-based meat substitutes is growing due to health concerns, environmental sustainability and affordability. However, little is known about the use of locally sourced ingredients like wasted cashew-apple fibre and underutilized Bambara beans in the preparation of plant-based sausages that satisfy consumers’ demand. The study aimed to develop and standardize a plant-based…
The cashew industry presents significant opportunities for economic growth and poverty alleviation among smallholder farmers in Sierra Leone. This study focuses on the economic analysis of cashew processing and marketing among smallholder farmers in Kambia District, North-West Sierra Leone. The study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data collection. Findings reveal that cashew…
Cashew experiences significant yield reductions due to insect pest attacks. Although chemical insecticides have long been used for insect pest control, their continued use has increased concerns about chemical residues in cashew apples and nuts. This highlights the urgent need for safer and more sustainable pest management approaches. This study explores more sustainable solutions by…