February 2016

Cashew apple utilization in Nigeria: Challenges and prospects

Cashew apple, a juicy fruit, rich in vitamins and minerals, is still a highly underutilized fruit in Nigeria. Cashew apple can be processed into a variety of products, such as juice, quash, syrups, jam, candy, wine alcohol, vinegar and dietary fiber. Although various research works have been carried out on cashew apple, and its nutritional qualities, a number of challenges may still be responsible for it’s under...

Author(s): Nwosu C., Adejumo O. A. and Udoha W. N.