The Conseil Coton-Anacarde and Karité, in collaboration with administrative and customary authorities, held a regional workshop in Odienné, Côte d'Ivoire, to sensitize stakeholders on the identification of cashew producers and plantations. The workshop, which took place on September 30, 2026, aimed to inform participants about the upcoming operation, which is part of the council's efforts to modernize the cashew sector. The operation will involve the identification of producers, enumeration and geolocation of plantations, and the establishment of a national database.
According to Mamadou Doumbia, Director of Regional Delegations at the Conseil Coton-Anacarde and Karité, the operation is crucial for improving knowledge of production potential, enhancing traceability, and promoting better market organization. The identification of producers and plantations will also contribute to the securitization of commercial transactions, including respect for the border price, and increase transparency in exchanges. Doumbia emphasized that the availability of reliable data will enable policymakers to adapt support policies, better target financing, and contribute to the professionalization of the cashew value chain.
The operation, set to take place from September 17 to October 24 in the Kabadougou region, aims to identify each producer, record and geolocate all plantations, and establish a comprehensive, reliable, and regularly updated national database. Participants at the workshop were given a presentation on the different stages of the operation and had the opportunity to express their concerns. The Prefect of the Kabadougou region, Famy Kouamé René, welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed the administration's commitment to supporting its implementation.
The Conseil Coton-Anacarde and Karité's initiative has been praised by stakeholders, who see it as a step towards improving the cashew sector's efficiency and transparency. The identification of producers and plantations will enable the council to better understand the sector's dynamics and make informed decisions. The operation is also expected to enhance the competitiveness of Côte d'Ivoire's cashew industry, which is a significant contributor to the country's economy.
The cashew sector is a vital part of Côte d'Ivoire's economy, with the country being one of the world's largest producers of cashews. However, the sector faces challenges, including lack of data, inefficient production processes, and limited access to finance. The Conseil Coton-Anacarde and Karité's initiative aims to address these challenges and promote sustainable development in the sector.
The identification operation is part of a broader effort to modernize the cashew sector in Côte d'Ivoire. The Conseil Coton-Anacarde and Karité has been working with stakeholders to improve the sector's efficiency, transparency, and competitiveness. The operation is expected to have a positive impact on the livelihoods of cashew producers and contribute to the country's economic growth.
Key stakeholders have welcomed the initiative, citing its potential to improve the sector's efficiency and transparency. The operation is seen as a crucial step towards achieving sustainable development in the cashew sector and promoting economic growth in Côte d'Ivoire.
Key points
- The Conseil Coton-Anacarde and Karité has launched an operation to identify cashew producers and plantations in the Kabadougou region of Côte d'Ivoire.
- The operation aims to improve knowledge of production potential, enhance traceability, and promote better market organization.
- The identification of producers and plantations will contribute to the securitization of commercial transactions and increase transparency in exchanges.
