While Africa grows almost 60% of the world’s cashews, a much smaller percentage is being processed in these local communities. By exporting this value-added commodity to other countries for processing, the value chain of this industry is being taken out of the country. This means less jobs circulating within the origin countries and stunted economic growth in these communities. Caro Nut has teams on the ground that work with cashew growers across West Africa and Vietnam to increase the percentage of nuts that are grown and processed within these communities.

Even though cashews are not indigenous to West Africa, reforestation programs have propelled this area into the dominant agricultural region for this special nut.

Meet some of our West African partners and learn how the construction of modern processing facilities is creating jobs and economic self-determination. To read more about our efforts, check out our 2018 Transparency Report !

Native to Spain and very fickle, this endangered variety of almond known as the “Queen of Almonds” could have easily been replaced by other higher-yielding orchard crops that are more predictable and profitable to farmers. However, by supporting grower co-ops and building a demand for these nuts, we see this unique variety of almond thriving in the US market.

See how growers share their passion and vision in rejuvenating this delicate and sought-after snacking nut.