European and American associations warn about the quality of Vietnamese cashew nuts

Vinacas received official documents from two associations in Europe, the US and a number of large customers warning about the decline in the quality of Vietnamese cashew nuts. At the press meeting on the afternoon of October 10, Mr. Pham Van Cong , Chairman of the Vietnam Cashew Association (Vinacas), said that based on export results and current orders, the cashew industry will definitely achieve the export target of 3.2 billion USD this year. "However, businesses need to strengthen quality control and food safety to maintain the reputation of the Vietnamese brand. Because the end of the year is the rainy season, prone to humidity, causing food insecurity and insects. harmful insects while businesses work overtime to meet orders" - Mr. Cong warned. Mr. Bach Khanh Nhut, Permanent Vice President of Vinacas, further informed that the number of customer warnings about food insecurity increased at the end of the year. Cashew businesses need to strengthen food safety control at ...