Archive for April, 2025

MoC to Boost Exports Through AANZFTA

Phnom Penh, Cambodia – The Cashew nut Association of Cambodia has been invited to participate in a specialized program designed to deepen their understanding of the Rules of Origin under the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area (AANZFTA). This initiative is part of the broader Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) program, funded by the Governments of

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ADB invests $2.2B as agriculture sector shifts from import to export

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) continues to play a pivotal role in Cambodia’s agricultural sector, with a committed portfolio of $2.2 billion supporting over 35 projects, 30 per cent of them concentrated on agriculture and irrigation. Speaking recently on the bank’s ongoing efforts, Jyotsana Varma, ADB country director for Cambodia, emphasised the institution’s steadfast support

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Earth Day a Turning Point for Planetary Health—If We Choose It

This Earth Day, April 22, 2025, we find ourselves at a profound crossroads. The health of the planet—our only home—is unraveling under the pressure of climate change, mass extinction, and environmental degradation. And yet, even amidst the chaos, a powerful new vision is emerging: one that refuses to separate the health of humans from the

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Despite cool weather, officials confident cashew harvest retained quality

Recent prolonged cold weather has not affected the quality of Cambodian cashew nuts, while the harvest from three modern agricultural communities has reached over 55%, according to an April 21 statement from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. Touch Bun Hour, ministry secretary of state, led an evaluation tour of three modern cashew farming

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RGC Commitment to Support Investors as Key Partners

Prime Minister Samadech Hun Manet: Government Commitment to Support Investors as Key Partners in Problem-Solving not trouble maker. During the official launch of the investment promotion program in the four northeastern provinces, Prime Minister Hun Manet emphasized the importance of collaboration among public and private sectors, as well as stakeholders, to ensure the success of

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Vietnamese Farmers Swapping Cashew

Bình Phước, Vietnam’s largest cashew-growing region, more farmers are switching to durian due to higher profits. While one hectare of cashews brings in about 35–40 million VND annually, durian can earn up to 1 billion VND. Since Vietnam signed an export agreement with China, durian cultivation has expanded rapidly—from 32,000 to 150,000 hectares in five

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CAC Newsletter for April 2025

Cashew Nut Association of Cambodia (CAC) would like to send a bilingual newsletter for CAC, which aims to provide exclusive and valuable information about Cambodia’s cashew industry. This Newsletter for April 2025 is a unique opportunity for you to gain some helpful insights. This newsletter has been emailed to 112 entities from 25 countries, including

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Cambodia gears up for Expo 2025 Osaka

Cambodia will highlight its premium agricultural products, including rice, cashew nuts, Kampot pepper and silk alongside its rich cultural heritage at the Cambodia Pavilion during Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, in Japan. The expo will take place from April 13 to October 13 under the theme ‘Designing Future Society for Our Lives’. Cambodian Ambassador to Japan

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Cambodian products to be on hand in 6,000 French stores

Following a year of success, a French cashew nut and dried mango production company is planning to expand its investment in Cambodia to export a wider range of agricultural products to 6,000 distribution points across France. The proposal was discussed during a meeting between Hem Vanndy, Minister of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI), and

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Cambodia Secures Cashew Contracts Worth Over $1M in First Quarter 2025

Two agriculture companies have signed an agreement promising to buy 700 tonnes of cashews valued at more than $1 million from three modern agricultural communities in Kampong Thom province. The deals are believed to bring stability for future harvesting in early 2025. In only the first three months of 2025, Cambodia has signed contracts for

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