Cashews

Exporters of all grades of cashew nuts

All-Grade Cashew Nuts

We source raw cashew kernels from top producing farms in Kenya and Tanzania. Cashew nuts from this region are known for their great organic taste and appearance with a variety of grades on offer. Farmgate World supplies various grades such as white whole and scorched whole grade. Our hand peeled cashews are known for quality, their creamy appearance and exquisite taste.

About Our Cashews

Farmgate World implements fair trade practices and supports local farmers to ensure quality production and supply of export quality raw cashew nuts. Our cashews are completely free from infestation, insect damage and rancidity thanks to well-trained and experienced staff. Cashews are vacuum packed to maintain quality and shelf life of two years. Our cashews are exported to the international markets where they are recognised for the quality, appearance and taste.

Cashew Specifications

Grade Designation	Trade Name	Colour/ characteristics	Count / 454 gms size description	Max Moisture	Broken Max	NLSG NLG max
W – 180	White Wholes	White/pale ivory/light ash, Characteristic shapes	170-180	5%	5%	5% (NLSG & SW together)
W – 240	White Wholes	White/pale ivory/light ash, Characteristic shapes	220 – 240	5%	5%	5% (NLSG & SW together)
W – 320	White Wholes	White/pale ivory/light ash, Characteristic shapes	300 – 320	5%	5%	5% (NLSG & SW together)
W – 450	White Wholes	White/pale ivory/light ash, Characteristic shapes	400 – 450	5%	5%	5% (NLSG & SW together)

Scorched Wholes (Kernels scorched or slightly darkened while roasting).

Grade Designation	Trade Name	Colour/ characteristics	Count / 454 gms size description	Max Moisture	Broken Max	NLSG NLG max
SW – 210	White Wholes	Kernels may be scorched/ slightly darkened due to over – heating while roasting or drying in drier/borma.	200 – 210	5%	5%	7.5% (NLSG & SW together)
SW – 320	Scorched Wholes	Kernels may be scorched/ slightly darkened due to over – heating while roasting or drying in drier/borma.	300 – 320	5%	5%	7.5% (NLSG & SW together)
SW – 450	Scorched Wholes	Kernels may be scorched/ slightly darkened due to over – heating while roasting or drying in drier/borma.	400 – 450	5%	5%	7.5% (NLSG & SW together)

Grade Specifications for EA Cashew Kernels

White Wholes	Scorched Wholes	Dessert Wholes
W 180	SW 180	SSW (Scorched Wholes Seconds)DW (Dessert Wholes)
W 210	SW 210
W 240	SW 240
W 320	SW 320
W 450	SW 450

Grade Specifications for EA Cashew Pieces

B (Butts)	SB (Scorched Butts)	SPS (Scorched Pieces Seconds)DP (Dessert Pieces)
S (Splits)	SS (Scorched Splits)
LWP (Large White Pieces)	SP (Scorched Pieces)
SWP (Small White Pieces)	SSP (Scorched Small Pieces)
BB (Baby Bits)

Grade Designation	Trade Name	Colour/ characteristics	Count / 454 gms size description	Max Moisture	Broken Max	NLSG NLG max
SSW	Scorched Wholes Seconds	Kernels may be over – scorched, immature, shrivelled (Pirival), speckled (Karaniram), discoloured and light blue.	NA	5%	5%	7.5% (DW)
FS	Fancy Splits	White ivory or light ash. Kernels split naturally lengthwise.	220 – 240	5%	5%	5% (SS)
FB	Fancy Butts	White/pale ivory or light ash. Kernels broken cross – wise (evenly or unevenly) naturally attached.	300 – 320	5%	5%	5% (SB)

Packaging available for export of balanced Cashew Kernels in bulk. Carton containing vacuum sealed foil bag of 11.340 kg net each. Cashew Kernels are completely free from infestation, insect damage and rancidity. Scraped and partially shriveled kernels also permitted provided such scraping/shriveling does not affect the characteristic shape of the kernel.

A-Grade Orchards

We implement best practices when it comes to orchard hygiene and maintenance with internationally trained staff.

International Standards

We operate under the highest agricultural standards, are HACCP certified and continuously work to meet global standards in farming.

World Renowned Farms

Our farms are known for the richest soils, favourable climates and the best care thanks to our commitment to quality produce.

Global Footprint

We have a global supply chain that supplies a wide range of top quality produce to customers from all corners of the world.

Contact Us

info@farmgateworld.co.za

326 Off East Road, Chipinge, Zimbabwe

Kingorani, EPZ, Changamwe Mombasa, Kenya

+25 471 7104 4666