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Cashew

Growing Guide

Cashew (Anacardium occidentale) is one of the most important cash crops in the Sahel. The tree is well-adapted to hot, dry conditions and can produce for 25+ years with proper care.

Growing Schedule

Jan-Feb

Pruning after harvest
Clean orchard floor

Mar-Apr

Flowering period
Pest monitoring
Light irrigation

May-Jun

Fruit development
Apply NPK fertilizer

Jul-Aug

Protect from excess rain
Weed control

Sep-Oct

Prepare for harvest
Check drying facilities

Nov-Dec

Harvest nuts
Processing and storage