Cashew farmers are experiencing a challenging season for the 2024 harvest, with significant declines in both the yield and quality of cashew nuts due to heat and drought conditions. This environmental impact has led to a decrease in market prices, falling from 25-26 thousand VND/kg at the season's start to 20-21 thousand VND/kg during the harvest, marking a 2-3 thousand VND/kg reduction compared to previous years. The lower prices reflect the adverse effects of the dry weather on the nut's quality and size. Furthermore, the area dedicated to cashew cultivation has seen a sharp decline, now limited to over 27 thousand hectares, primarily in regions lacking adequate water resources and unsuitable for crop conversion.