Cashewnut Board Director Inspects Cashew Quality Ahead of First Auction in Tunduru

According to the Tunduru District Council, the Director of the Cashewnut Board of Tanzania, Francis Alfred, conducted an inspection tour in Tunduru District on 19 October 2026. The visit aimed to evaluate the quality and collection levels of cashews in various warehouses ahead of the district's first auction scheduled for 20 October 2026.

During the visit, the Director spoke with warehouse operators and collection supervisors, instructing them to follow established guidelines and procedures to ensure collected cashews satisfy required standards. The source reported that he stressed the necessity of proper drying and sorting so that the produce can compete effectively at auctions and secure favorable prices for farmers.

The source noted that inspections in the warehouses showed cashews were well-dried and met established standards, indicating sound preparation for the auction. Discussing overall auction trends, the Director stated that auctions began the previous week and generated 160 billion Tanzanian shillings, with an average price of 3,261 shillings.

Additionally, the Director of the TAMCU cooperative union, Maselino Mrope, stated that they are prepared for the first cashew auction in Tunduru while continuing to urge primary cooperative societies and farmers to maintain quality standards to achieve good prices, according to the report.

Cashew farming is a primary economic driver in Tunduru District, and auction outcomes directly affect household incomes, livelihoods, and the broader economic stability of the local community. This is TCDI context, not a statement by the source, and does not mean TCDI took part in what is reported.