ICBC Global Cashew Hub  ·  Bono Jaman, Brong Ahafo · Accra, Ghana
Cashew value chain

Cashew Value Chain

From One Crop to Multiple Global Industries.

The cashew tree represents one of the world's most versatile agricultural assets. Beyond raw cashew nuts, every part of the crop — including the kernel, shell, apple, testa and processing residues — can generate high-value products for food manufacturing, plant-based nutrition, cosmetics, renewable energy, animal feed and industrial applications.

ICBC's long-term vision is to participate across this expanding value chain while creating sustainable value for farmers, investors, partners and international markets.

The Diagram

One crop, five global industries

The Cashew Crop

Every component becomes an input for higher-value products.

Cashew Tree Cashew Apple Raw Cashew Nut Cashew Kernel Cashew Shell Cashew Testa Processing Residues

Food Products

Kernels, roasted and packaged cashews, pieces, flour, butter, paste and premium food ingredients.

Plant-Based Nutrition & Wellness

Cashew protein, functional and nutraceutical ingredients, dairy and beverage alternatives.

Cosmetics & Personal Care

Natural oils, emollients and extracts for skincare, hair care and beauty formulations.

Industrial & Chemical Products

CNSL, cardanol, resins, coatings, adhesives, friction materials and bio-based polymers.

Agriculture & Renewable Energy

Animal feed, nut meal, biomass, biofuel, briquettes and circular-economy products.

ICBC is currently active in cashew cultivation and raw cashew trading. Participation across the wider value chain depends on planned processing expansion and represents planned products, future opportunities and industrial by-product opportunities.

From Ghanaian farms to global value chains

Discover how ICBC plans to convert one crop into diversified revenue streams across five global industries.