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What is Cashew Connect?

What is Cashew Connect?

Cashew Connect is a free AI assistant developed by ICAR-DCR Puttur, India's national centre for cashew research. It answers your cashew farming questions instantly, in your language, any time of day. Whether you need help with pest management, post-harvest handling, or market guidance, Cashew Connect gives you research-backed answers.

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Research-backed responses within seconds, any time of day.
8+ languages
Ask in Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, or English.
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24/7 on Telegram and the web — no office hours.
ICAR-backed
Built on 40+ years of ICAR-DCR Puttur cashew research.
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Video Library

Watch cultivation tutorials and research talks from ICAR-DCR experts.

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How it works

Getting expert cashew advice takes just a few seconds.

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    Choose your channel

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    Get instant answers

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    Explore deeper

    Browse video tutorials and guides for detailed guidance.

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Cultivation tutorials, research talks, and practical guides.

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About ICAR-DCR Puttur

About ICAR-DCR Puttur

The ICAR-Directorate of Cashew Research (DCR), Puttur, Karnataka, is the apex institution for cashew research in India. Established in 1982, DCR leads research on cashew cultivation, pest management, post-harvest technology, and variety development, serving farmers across all major cashew-growing states.

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Established
1982
Location
Puttur, Karnataka, India
Coverage
All major cashew states
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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers for farmers and researchers.

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Get in Touch

Our team is here to help farmers, researchers, and partners.

Email
dircajures@gmail.com
Phone
08251-230902
Telegram Support
t.me/CashewConnectBot
Address
Darbe, Puttur, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka 574202