The Cashew Export Promotion Council of India (CEPCI) is a government organization committed to promoting and cultivating the finest quality cashew nuts from India. Established in 1955, CEPCI promotes Indian cashew brands through marketing and awareness campaigns, while also supporting small & marginal cultivators. CEPCI's dedication to promoting research ensures that the quality of cashew nuts continues to improve. So when you savor the buttery & nutty flavor of a cashew nut, you know it's thanks to the tireless efforts of CEPCI. Visit know more https://www.ibef.org/exports/cashew-industry-india

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3. CASHEW PRODUCTION
IN INDIA
Cashew nut is a type of edible nut that
comes from the cashew tree, which is
native to Brazil but is now also grown in
many other tropical regions around the
world. This nut is the seed of the
cashew fruit, which has a hard outer
shell that must be removed before the
nut can be eaten.

4. CASHEW PRODUCTION IN
THE WORLD
In recent years, Vietnam has emerged as the world's
largest cashew production by country, accounting
for around 30% of global production. India, which
was once the top producer of cashews, now
accounts for approximately 20% of global
production. The following countries were top
producers in 2021.
• Vietnam
• India
• Ivory Coast
• Nigeria
• Indonesia

5. Which State Is Leading In Cashew
Production In India?
India is one of the world's largest cashew-
producing countries, with cashews grown primarily
in the western and southern regions of the
country. The cashew tree is well-suited to the
Indian climate, as it requires a hot and humid
environment to thrive. The state of Kerala is
leading in cashew cultivation in India, followed by
the following states.
• Tamil Nadu
• Andhra Pradesh
• Maharashtra
• Karnataka
• Orissa
• Goa
• West Bengal

6. What Is The Ideal Climate For Cashew
Cultivation?
Successful cashew cultivation in India requires
careful attention to a variety of factors, from planting
and irrigation to pest and disease management and
harvesting and processing. Some of the key factors in
cashew cultivation are as follows:
• Cashew trees require a hot and humid climate to
thrive
• Cashew trees require soil with a pH of between
6.0 and 6.5 for optimal growth
• Cashew trees require regular watering during the
growing season, especially during the dry month
• Cashew trees are susceptible to a variety of pests
and diseases
• Cashews are harvested by hand

7. Government Initiate
For Cashew
Cultivation
In 1955, the government established the
Cashew Export Promotion Council of India
(CEPCI) with the objective of promoting the
export of cashews and cashew-based
products from India. It is a government
organization dedicated to cashew
cultivation. CEPCI does the following jobs:
• Marketing and promoting Indian cashew
brands
• Creating awareness about Indian cashew
brands
• Promoting research to improve the
quality of cashew nuts
• Supports small and marginal cultivators

8. Which Are The Leading
Cashew Brands In India?
There are several cashew manufacturers in India,
ranging from small-scale processors to large, well-
established companies. Together these
manufacturers meet the domestic as well as global
demand for nuts.
• Olam Agro India
• S. S. M. Industries
• Kollam Supreme
• Kalbavi Cashews

9. How To Start Cashew
Cultivation?
Starting cashew cultivation in India requires
careful planning and preparation. Here are some
general steps to consider when starting a
cashew farm.
• Cashew trees require a hot and humid
climate and well-drained soils
• Cashews can be propagated from seed or
vegetatively from grafting or budding
• Cashew trees require regular watering during
the growing season
• Cashew trees require regular fertilization to
maintain healthy growth and maximize yields

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