Select healthy, mature cashew nuts from ripe fruits
Remove the cashew apple and keep only the nut
Wear gloves when handling raw cashew nuts
Dry the nuts in a shaded, well-ventilated place for several days
Choose a warm, sunny planting site with well-drained soil
Prepare loose soil and remove weeds and debris
Soak the nuts in water for 12 to 24 hours before planting
Plant each nut 2 to 5 cm deep with the pointed end facing down
Space the nuts several meters apart
Water lightly after planting
Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged
Protect the seeds from rodents and birds
Mulch around the planting area without covering the seed directly
Wait for germination, which may take several weeks
Transplant seedlings carefully if started in containers
Fertilize lightly after seedlings establish
Weed regularly around young plants
Provide full sun throughout growth
Harvest mature cashew fruits when they turn yellow or red and fall naturally