For processors
| Services | What we deliver |
|---|---|
| Conduct technical needs assessment, advice in layout and planning | 1 report |
| Assist in preparing finance and production projections | 1 spreadsheet |
| Assist in mobilizing capital financing* | 1 loan application, subject to commission |
| Assist in obtaining working capital* | 1 loan application, subject to commission |
| Provide information and advice on processing equipment | assessment/recommendation of at least 3 providers |
| Conduct 2 annual technical assistance visits for trainings and performance upgrades* | 2 trip reports |
| Additional technical assistance visit for training and performance upgrades | trip reports |
| Provide links to input and service suppliers | 1 list with contacts |
| Provide links to cashew buyers | at least 1 offer |
| Advertise company on ACA website* | medium-sized banner |
| Provide linkages to farmer groups* | through ACA partners |
| Provide linkages to RCN traders | 1 list with contacts |
| Provide linkages to service suppliers (banks, certification, transport, logistics etc) | 1 list with contacts |
| Provide linkages to government and regulatory agencies | 2 meetings facilitated |
| Provide linkages to NGOs active in the sector | 2 meetings facilitated |
| Provide advice on regulatory issues and investment incentive schemes | at least 1 assessment & advice issued |
| Provide additional tailor-made services (negotiable)* | to be agreed |
| Conduct field trips* | see field trip package |
*Subject to additional fee or commission
How to qualify
- Pay for ACA membership
- Show commitment to processing in Africa
- Support ACA to complete due diligence
- Sign technical assistance agreement with specified scope of work and payment
- Commit to ACA Business Code of Conduct
- Actively participate in and support National Committee work








