What is the history of cashew processing in Tanzania?
Cashew processing in Tanzania began in the 1960s, Raw nuts, cashew kernels, as well as cashew nut shell liquid are the three main cashew products traded on the international market, while the fourth product, cashew apple, is generally processed and consumed locally.
Is Tanzania planning a cashew nut processing project?
The Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) says the Government is seeking to establish cashew nut processing projects and industrial parks mainly in Lindi and Mtwara regions. The USAid Hub has supported TIC in drafting a strategy for cashew nut production and processing mainly in Lindi, Mtwara, Tunduru and Pwani.
Where does Tanzania export cashew nut?
Nearly 90% of Tanzania’s cashew nut exports remain unprocessed and is mainly exports to India ? and more recently Vietnam ? that have high processing capacities, owing to the country’s low processing capacity. The processed cashew nuts are then exported to large markets like the US and Europe, where they are used in snacks and food products.
Why are cashew nuts so expensive in Tanzania?
The country produces cashew nut at times when major producers are off-season. This results in low market competition for Tanzania. In addition, the country produces premium quality cashew nuts that have higher prices in the world markets compared to cashew nuts from other countries in Africa.