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 and processing sectors.
He viewed this as a beneficial opportunity for the association to gain additional training.
“This event, being held from March 18-22, significantly contributes to motivating our farmers and processors towards a stable and sustainable cashew production chain in Cambodia,” he stated.
Kokthean explained that the training promotes deeper collaboration between producers and their respective nations.
He noted that Africa, similar to Cambodia, is also a producer with less processing capability.
“As producers, it’s crucial for us to exchange experiences and reinforce each other, maximising benefits for growers. This event, organised by GIZ Move, is of great importance for cashew-rich countries like ours,” he remarked.
In early February, the CAC signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the African Cashew Alliance (ACA), aiming to enhance cooperation in cultivation and marketing, as Cambodia is one of the world’s largest producers of the commodity.
The MoU also facilitated the association’s participation in the training course.
Its objectives include: exchanging studies between African cashew-producing countries and Cambodia; facilitating access to farms and processing facilities; participating in study forums and conferences; assisting in training programmes; exchanging experts and technicians; organising instructional courses, seminars and lectures and science and technology meets.
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