Value-added products of cashew apple a game changer for increasing income of farmers, says DCR director
The Directorate of Cashew Research (DCR) emphasizes the potential of value-added products from cashew apples to enhance farmers' incomes. During a national workshop, experts highlighted the importance of collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders to address challenges in the cashew industry. The workshop aims to develop the capacity of horticulture and agriculture officials to improve cashew production and management.
- ▪J. Dinakara Adiga, director of DCR, stated that value-added products of cashew apple can significantly increase farmers' income.
- ▪K. Kamala from Karnataka Cashew Development Corporation emphasized the need for improved productivity and management of cashew crops.
- ▪The workshop includes 50 delegates from nine states focusing on sustainable cashew production and value chain development.
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Director of Directorate of Cashew Research (DCR), Puttur, J. Dinakara Adiga said on Wednesday that value-added products of cashew apple can be a game changer for increasing farmers income.Speaking at the inauguration of a three-day national workshop on ‘Scientific Innovations for Sustainable Cashew Production and Value Chain Development’ organised by the DCR, under ICAR, in Puttur, he reiterated the institute’s commitment towards sustainable cashew research and technology transfer.There is a need to bring together researchers, policy makers and stakeholders on a common platform to address emerging challenges and opportunities in the cashew industry, the director said.K.
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