This company transforms the underutilized cashew apple fruit into value-added food products like snack mixes. By processing this often-discarded byproduct, the company significantly reduces food waste within the cashew supply chain. Their offerings provide consumers with nutrient-rich snacks featuring both cashew fruit and nuts.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Cashew apples, despite being nutrient-rich and significantly larger than cashew nuts, are often discarded as waste due to their perishability and lack of processing infrastructure. This results in substantial food waste and underutilization of a valuable agricultural resource.
Solution
Capple addresses food waste by processing cashew apples into sustainable food products. The company sources cashew apples from Burkina Faso, employing a direct supply chain to minimize CO2 emissions associated with long-distance transportation. By transforming this underutilized fruit into snacks, Capple reduces waste and creates a product rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber. Their snack mix combines dried cashew apples and cashew nuts, offering a sustainable and nutritious snack option.
Target Audience
Consumers interested in sustainable and healthy snack options, particularly those who value reducing food waste and supporting ethical sourcing.
Features
- Snack mix containing 60% dried cashew apples and 40% cashew nuts
- Direct sourcing from Burkina Faso to reduce CO2 emissions
- Focus on utilizing the whole cashew fruit to minimize food waste (80% reduction)
- Cashew apples are naturally rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber