African Cashew Alliance Announces November 2026 Master Classes on Market Intelligence and Carbon Credits
Mato Cashew News & Events | 29 October 2026
The African Cashew Alliance (ACA) announced on 27 October 2026 that it is launching its Cashew Master Classes, a professional capacity-building initiative for people working across the cashew industry. The first two courses are scheduled for November and early December in Côte d’Ivoire.
Two courses announced
1. Master Class in Cashew Market and Information System
- Dates: 23–25 November 2026
- Location: Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
- Instructor: Jim Fitzpatrick
- Fee: USD 800 (or CFA 400,000) per participant
This course focuses on understanding cashew markets and the role of market information systems in industry decision-making.
2. Master Class in Carbon Credit as a Green Fund in the Cashew Industry
- Dates: 30 November–1 December 2026
- Location: Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire
- Instructors: Wim Simonse and Hyacinthe Ouattara
- Fee: USD 800 (or CFA 400,000) per participant
The second course examines carbon credits as a potential source of green finance for the cashew sector. Such opportunities require careful assessment of eligibility, measurement, verification and practical feasibility; the announcement does not promise funding to participants.
According to ACA, each course fee includes tuition, accommodation, meals and certification. Applicants may express interest in one or both courses.
Relevance for Cambodia
For Cambodian cashew growers, processors, exporters and industry support organizations, the announcement offers a useful international example of how professional training can connect market intelligence with sustainability finance. Better market information may support commercial planning, while understanding carbon-credit mechanisms may help stakeholders evaluate future possibilities. These are potential lessons, not confirmed Cambodian partnerships or benefits.
Applications and source
ACA directs interested applicants to https://masterclass.cashewknowledgehub.com/ or ysore@africancashewalliance.com for further details. Readers should confirm eligibility, availability and current arrangements with the organizer before making travel or payment commitments.
Official announcement (27 October 2026): https://www.africancashewalliance.com/en/news-and-info/blog/call-applications-aca-cashew-master-classes-november-2026
Editorial note: The accompanying hero image is AI-generated and illustrative; it does not depict an actual ACA training session.