Cashew Concern Certification Joins the African Cashew Alliance

Although Africa is an important source of raw cashew seed for India, Brazil and Vietnam, cashew processing in Africa has been sporadic and the potential has not been fully developed. The African Cashew Alliance (ACA) was formed in 2005 with the aim of
increasing cashew farmers' revenue, increasing cashew processing capacity, consistency and quality, improving the economic and regulatory environment of the cashew sector, and promoting African cashews internationally.

At the PTNPA Conference in the Bahamas, David Rosenthal and Mary Smith of Cashew Concern met with ACA representative Christian Dahm. We were impressed with the goals and methods of the ACA. The concept of developing the processing industry in Africa step by step by coordinating and leveraging resources, training and marketing is a logical and effective way of achieving a sustainable and responsible cashew industry.

We support the initiatives of the African Cashew Alliance, and are proud to be a member