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Phnom Penh, July 9, 2026 — The Skills Development Fund (SDF) has signed strategic partnership agreements with four major business associations and an industry federation, including the Cashew Nut Association of Cambodia (CAC), to strengthen public-private collaboration in developing a skilled workforce that meets the evolving needs of Cambodia’s industries. The agreements were signed with the […]

Phnom Penh, July 9, 2026 — The Cashew Nut Association of Cambodia (CAC) participated in a high-level dissemination workshop on the progress of the Royal Government’s reform agenda under the Government-Private Sector Forum (G-PSF), reaffirming the importance of public-private dialogue in improving Cambodia’s business and investment climate. The workshop, held at Raffles Hotel Le Royal

Ministry of Environment Every meal we enjoy begins with the hard work of a farmer. From sunrise to sunset, farmers work tirelessly to produce the food that nourishes our families and supports our economy. Yet they are also among those most vulnerable to the changing climate. With scientists forecasting the arrival of El Niño, many

Incoterms® (International Commercial Terms), a set of globally recognized trade rules published by the International Chamber of Commerce that define the responsibilities, costs, and risks between sellers and buyers in international trade. The terms are arranged from minimum seller responsibility (EXW) on the left to maximum seller responsibility (DDP) on the right. EXW – Ex

Kampong Thom, June 4—Industry leaders say the growing adoption of automated processing lines is reshaping safety standards in the cashew sector by significantly reducing workers’ exposure to cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL), a naturally occurring substance that can cause skin irritation and other health risks. Under fully mechanized operations, raw cashew nuts pass through enclosed

Kampong Thom, May 29, 2026 — A team from the National Institute of Science, Technology and Innovation (NISTI) conducted a three-day field mission in Kampong Thom province from May 27–29 to assess the needs of Cambodia’s cashew sector and identify technological solutions to improve harvesting and processing practices. The mission involved consultations and in-depth interviews with

Phnom Penh, May 2026 — Cambodia’s raw cashew nut (RCN) exports recorded a strong performance in the first four months of 2026, rising by 24% compared to the same period in 2025, defying earlier concerns about the negative impacts of climate change on agricultural output. The growth comes amid challenging weather conditions, including unseasonal rainfall and extreme

Kampong Thom, May 14, 2026 — The Cashew Nut Association of Cambodia (CAC) has held its third meeting with iDE Canada to finalize cooperation plans for a new pilot initiative aimed at strengthening Cambodia’s local cashew processing industry and supporting women-led enterprises. Following the discussions, iDE Canada agreed to enter into a partnership with CAC to

Phnom Penh, April 3, 2026 — The Ministry of Commerce has officially registered four new products as Geographical Indications (GI), marking a significant milestone in strengthening Cambodia’s product identity, protecting intellectual property, and expanding access to international markets. The newly recognized GI products are: Phnom Srok Golden Silk, known for its fine, lustrous threads, natural dyes,

April 2026 The global cashew industry, once seen as a pillar of agricultural growth in developing economies, is now grappling with a deepening crisis marked by widespread spoilage, farmer unrest, and systemic breakdowns. What should have been a season of “potential growth” has instead devolved into a landscape of rotting waste—highlighting critical failures in logistics,