Top 5 Cashew Nut Producing States of India

Cashew cultivation covers a total area of 0.70 million hectares of land, mostly in and along the coastal regions of India as well as some parts of the North-Eastern region.The largest Cashew producing states of India are Maharashtra, Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Goa and Odisha.

Maharashtra: Maharashtra, particularly the Konkan region, is well known for cashew cultivation. The climate and soil conditions in parts of Maharashtra are suitable for cashew farming.

Andhra Pradesh: Andhra Pradesh is a second leading producer of cashews in India, with many cashew processing units located in the state.

Odisha: Odisha is third largest state that contributes significantly to India’s cashew production. The coastal areas of Odisha are favorable for cashew cultivation.

Karnataka: Karnataka is among the top cashew-producing states in India. The state has suitable agro-climatic conditions for cashew cultivation.

Tamil Nadu: Tamil Nadu, especially in the districts of Kanyakumari and Tirunelveli, is known for cashew cultivation. The state has a substantial share in India’s overall cashew production.

The rankings and production levels may have changed, the latest agricultural statistics on cashew production in India can be available to Gov. Portal.