Certificate in Cashew Processing Units

Description

Course Duration

• Total Duration: 3–6 months (flexible options available)

• Mode of Delivery: Classroom lectures + Practical training + Industry visits

Eligibility Criteria

• Minimum education: 10th/12th pass (Science/Agriculture background preferred)

• Basic understanding of food processing (advantageous but not mandatory)

• Open to entrepreneurs, farmers, and industry professionals

Course Modules

1. Introduction to Cashew Industry

• Global and domestic market trends

• Economic importance of cashew processing

• Supply chain overview

2. Cashew Cultivation & Harvesting

• Varieties of cashew nuts

• Soil, climate, and farming practices

• Harvesting and post-harvest handling

3. Cashew Processing Techniques

• Step-by-step processing:

  • Roasting

  • Shelling (manual & mechanical)

  • Peeling (drying, steaming, cutting)

  • Grading and sorting

• Machinery operation & maintenance

4. Quality Control & Safety Standards

• Food safety regulations (FSSAI, ISO, HACCP)

• Hygiene and sanitation in processing units

• Testing for aflatoxins and contaminants

5. By-Product Utilization

• Cashew apple processing (juice, jam, alcohol)

• Cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL) applications

6. Business & Entrepreneurship

• Setting up a cashew processing unit

• Cost analysis, funding, and subsidies

• Marketing and export procedures

Practical Training

• Hands-on sessions in model processing units

• Field visits to cashew farms & factories

• Workshops on machinery handling

Certification & Assessment

• Evaluation: Theory exams + Practical demonstrations + Project work

• Certificate Awarded: Upon successful completion (recognized by food processing councils/agro-industries)

Career Opportunities

• Cashew processing unit supervisor/technician

• Quality control inspector

• Entrepreneur (small-scale processing unit)

• Export manager in agro-industries

Why Choose This Course?

✅ Industry-aligned curriculum
✅ Expert trainers with field experience
✅ Placement assistance with cashew manufacturers

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Empowering professionals to build a sustainable cashew industry! 🌱🥜