EXPLORATORY STUDY OF THE CASHEW VALUE CHAIN IN THE TRANSITIONAL AGRO-ECOLOGICAL ZONE OF GHANA

This exploratory study on cashew in some selected communities in the transitional ecological zone of Ghana focuses on understanding the cashew farming systems, impacts from changing climate on production, generational and gender livelihood opportunities and value chain for socio-economic development. During this year under review, the research team undertook a participatory rapid rural appraisal (PRRP) in the Kintampo North Municipal Area as the first of a series of mixed methods approaches and activities that will drive this research and development activity. The purpose of the PRRA was to affirm preliminary thoughts on the study objectives and research questions which have been derived from an extensive desk study. The pilot phase of the project is being funded by BIRD.