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Sweet Cashew Team

The Sweet Cashew Team is a dedicated group of students working in collaboration with Vertex Agro Limited, a leading cashew processing company in Nigeria. The team aims to address the critical issue of the presence of the astringent taste in processed cahsew nuts. Under the guidance of experienced coaches, we develop innovative agricultural and technological solutions to enhance the quality and marketability of cashew nuts and the cashew products.

Our team is committed to creating sustainable, scalable solutions that empower the cashew industry. By leveraging Vertex Agro’s state-of-the-art processing facilities, we aim to deliver high-quality, consumer-preferred cashew kernels for both local and international markets. Our work fosters collaboration across disciplines, promoting core competencies such as teamwork, innovation, critical thinking and communication, while generating impactful outcomes and supporting Nigeria’s agricultural economy.



About the Project

The Sweet Cashew Team’s project is a strategic initiative to enhance the quality of processed cashew nuts. The project focuses on eliminating astringency-a bitter taste caused by tannins and phenolic compounds—in cashew kernels to improve sensory quality and market competitiveness. By addressing this challenge, we aim to boost the value of Nigerian cashew products to both local and foreign.

We employ innovative techniques including chemical treatments(sodium chloride) and enzymatic processing(laccase and tannase). Our goal is to develop cost-effective, sustainable solutions that maintain the nutritional value and texture of cashew kernels while meeting international standards, supporting Nigeria’s cashew industry and the livelihoods of many farmers.

Sweet Cashew Team Project

Vision

Our vision is to transform cashew processing by removing astringency, delivering high-quality kernels for maximum consumer satisfaction and value.

Mission

Create innovative and sustainable solutions to improve cashew kernels and processing.

Innovation

We use data-driven insights to enhance cashew quality and streamline production for Vertex Agro Limited.

Cashew Processing Enhancement

Enhancing Cashew Nut Processing in Nigeria