Archive for March, 2024

Improving the Cashew Value Chain: Connecting Cambodians to the Global Market

Cambodia ranks among the top 10 producers of cashew nuts in the world, but it only processes 10 percent of its own crop. The remaining 90 percent is exported raw to other countries, mainly Vietnam, where nuts are processed and sold at higher prices to export markets. The Cashew Export Development Program supported by the

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CAC attend Africa cashew workshop

The Cashew Nut Association of Cambodia (CAC), representing both Cambodia and Asia, is participating in the Cashew Master Training Programme in Africa to bolster its production chain. CAC vice-president Suy Kokthean reported on March 20 that 10 African countries are taking part in the workshop as well, aimed at strengthening manufacturing networks in the cultivation

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Kampong Thom cashew, durian, bird’s nest facility on track

CSNC Agriculture, a joint venture by Cambodian and Singaporean firms, is expected to expand their investment in the Kingdom’s agricultural sector. The company began construction of a cashew nut processing facility in December, and also has plans to export edible bird’s nests and durian. Suy Kokthean, chairman of the CSNC board of directors, met with

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CAC is one of the stratergic partners of SME bank of Cambodia

In an effort to provide comprehensive support to small and medium enterprises, SME Bank of Cambodia has been partnering with various institutions to effectively stimulate the growth and development of SMEs within Cambodia. SME Bank of Cambodia is offering a special annual interest rate of 0.25% to enterprises that are members of the following institutions

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Chief Representatives of CAC in China, India, Southeast Asia, Japan, and USA

Our privilege to have five representatives in the major countries to seek more markets and investment opportunities for the cashew nut sector in Cambodia. The Cashew nuts Association of Cambodia (CAC) has expanded its reach by appointing representatives to key markets in India, China, Japan, the USA, and Southeast Asia. CAC president Uon Silot revealed

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EU: We Want to Build Cambodian Independence

PHNOM PENH – The European Union aims to help Cambodia create national value and strengthen resilience and independence through development funds, says the EU Commissioner for International Partnership.   Jutta Urpilainen paid an official visit to the country on March 12 and 13 when she talked to stakeholders and allocated more development funds.   On

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Cashew industry gears up to mitigate current grim scenario

Facing dire challenges brought on by El Nino conditions, Cambodia’s cashew industry is confronted by a grim scenario in the immediate future. Both quality and profits are at stake even as modern farming communities have been proposed by the government as a solution to offset the threat. Among the proposals is one of the Open

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Collectives the answer to cashew challenges

At a time when Cambodia’s cashew crop is facing climate change-related challenges that have reduced its quality and profitability, a senior official has explained that the organisation of modern farming communities offers a solution to the problems of farmers. Im Rachna, spokesperson for the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, said on March 10 that

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The European market potential for cashew nuts

The popularity of nuts as a source of healthy fats, protein and fibre is driving the increase in demand for cashews on the European market. European cashew nut consumers still prefer cashew nuts as simple, roasted, salty snacks, but consumption of unsalted and less-processed cashew nuts is also increasing. Plain nuts without any additions are

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Concern about Interuption in the Global Cashew Supply Chain

Vietnam According to Vinacas, roasters and supermarkets compete with other types of nuts, and decreasing consumption results in no increase in cashew buying prices. Vietnam is at the hub of the supply chain, importing almost 65% of the world’s raw cashew output and exporting nearly 80% of cashew kernels. “If there is a mass closure

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