GetCare Foundation has successfully completed a four-month feasibility study for its Cashew Sustainability Project, a five-year initiative launched in November 2024 under the flagship Farming Against Hunger and Poverty (FAHAP) program. The study was conducted between February and May 2025 across two key cashew-producing districts — Jaman North and Tain — in the Bono Region.
The feasibility study sought to deepen understanding of the major barriers affecting smallholder cashew farmers’ productivity and income. Specifically, the assessment examined four priority areas that consistently shape farmer performance and market participation:
- Market accessibility
- Post-harvest handling challenges
- Transportation and logistics constraints
- Access to timely and reliable information
Through extensive fieldwork, community dialogues, and stakeholder interviews, the assessment engaged approximately 500 farmers, along with aggregators, traditional leaders, and institutional actors. This participatory approach ensured that the findings accurately reflect on-the-ground realities and the lived experiences of farmers across the cashew value chain.
The completion of this feasibility study marks an important milestone in the roll-out of the Cashew Sustainability Project. The results will guide the design of interventions aimed at strengthening farmer productivity, improving market linkages, and promoting an inclusive and climate-resilient cashew sector.
By grounding its approach in evidence, GetCare Foundation continues to advance its mission of improving rural livelihoods and supporting sustainable agricultural systems across Ghana.
