Tanzania: Cashewnut system unfair to farmers

Nov 26, 2009 - Daily News

A study by the World Bank Dar es Salaam office has criticized the cashew nuts warehouse system, saying it does not help farmers get good prices and creates more liabilities to the government. The statement issued today by the World Bank comes a few days after Prime Minister Pinda called for reform of the system after it was the system had high cost for the cash crop. ... read more...

Philippines: Cashew self-sufficiency seen by 2015

Dec 3, 2009 - Business World

We expect that between 2015 and 2020, we will be self-sufficient in cashew nuts," Mr. Espino said, adding that the government and local stakeholders target an additional 10,000-15,000 hectares for the program. ... read more...