India's cashew nut production needs strategic schemes to reach new levels, said Cashew Export Promotion Council of India (CEPCI)
Cashew Nut is one of the most widely used edible tree nuts in the world. Cashew kernels are classified into several grades according to the size, colour etc. Cashew nut has emerged as a globally traded commodity in the last century. The evergreen cashew tree is also known for its fruits and the liquid derived from cashew shell.
India used to be the the largest producer of raw cashews which is now taken over by African countries. But India still retains the numero uno position as the highest exporter of processed cashew kernels in the world. Cashew is procured from African countries, processed, sorted and then exported. India’s expertise in this field is unparalleled.