Cashew Processing and Food Business Guide

A long time ago, people did not know the real value of the cashew tree. In fact, people called this plant “the lazy man’s tree” as the only use they could think of was using the seeds for a board game called “sunka”. Later did the people realize that the cashew plant is actually more than just a lazy man’s tree. People learned they can actually make a living out of this seemingly innocent plant. They later called the cashew tree, “The golden tree”.

Cashew  is widely grown in the tropics because of its cashew nuts and apples. The cashew apple can be eaten raw or used in the production of jam, chutney, pickles or various beverages like juice and wine. It contains potassium, magnesium, phosphorous, selenium, copper and vitamins. Whether roasted, salted or sugared, the cashew nut is often used as flavorful complement to appetizers, main dishes and desserts. Read more

Starting a Cashew Nut Processing Business

Cashew (Anacardium occidentale) is widely grown in the tropics because of its cashew nuts and apples. The cashew apple can be eaten raw or used in the production of jam, chutney, pickles or various beverages like juice and wine.

The primary product of cashew nut is the kernel which is used extensively in the confectionery and baking trade. The cashew nut kernels are popular dessert, generally eaten roasted and salted.

The main goal of processing is to remove the valuable cashew kernel from the shell with minimal damage. Difficulties in shelling cashew nuts are due to irregular shape of the nut, the tough leathery outer shell and the cashew nut shell liquid. Read more

Guide to Starting a Handbag Business (Videos)

If you are looking for ideas to start a handbag business, you can go into manufacturing, or retailing.

But before you get carried away by the excitement of the prospect of owning a business in line with fashion and designing, slow down and think like a businessman rather than an artist. Ask yourself this question: is there a demand for the product you will sell?

Demand is important for the success of any business. You might be heading into a market that is oversaturated with handbag manufacturers and retailers. So before investing time and money into designing, getting samples made, as yourself whether there is a general demand for your product or whether there is a particular niche you can serve. Read more

Starting a Bead Accessories Business at Home

Beads and accessories making often starts as a hobby, but people with talent and a flair for salesmanship often switch from hobbyist to home-based business owner. However, because you make and sell accessories from your home, doesn’t mean that you made the crossover from hobbyist to businessperson.

Whether you’re a weekend dabbler or a full-time accessories designer, there’s money to be made from your skills. The secret to your success? Believe in your product, have a professional attitude toward your work, and learn to organize every business aspect of your craft. Read more

The Business of Making Bamboo Furnitures

Resort owners prize bamboo furniture for giving their establishments a natural touch and pleasantly rustic look. This attribute of bamboo furniture also makes it a highly viable and sellable product in export fairs and trade fairs.

According to Elvin-Dimasu-ay, technical education specialist and in charge of the bamboo section of the Department of Trade and Industry’s Cottage of Industry Technology Center (CITC-DTI), you can go into the making of Japanese bamboo armchairs with an investment of P20,000 to P40,000 for tools and equipment and another P1,900 for materials. For startups, though, it is best to first test the waters by just buying alternative tools and equipment. This can bring the startup costs down to about P21,000. You also have the option of just renting all the equipment you need form the CITC-DTI office in Marikina City. Read full entry

Starting a Pest Control Business

No matter what industry you’re considering, starting a business is not easy for anyone. Starting a pest control business takes this statement one step further, though, because it requires a medium-level investment and a lot of thought, not just to handle the business itself, but also to purchase the equipment and create a strong marketing presence. This brief guide, though, may help.

Because infestation is so common a problem, the number of pest control business opportunities open for investigation is virtually endless.

Starting a pest control service does require some careful planning and a license in most areas of the country. Read more

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