The objective and focus of this programme is to bridge the gap of knowledge and skill, of both officers and extension workers engaged in implementation of cashew and cocoa development programmes under NHM and farmers/entrepreneurs or un-employed women on cashew and cocoa farming and processing. The programme provides appropriate training to the farmers in various aspects of cashew and cocoa farming consisting of nursery management, management of diseases, canopy management, improved production technologies, post harvest management and processing, drying and storage, preparation of primary and value added products. Skill development programmes in propagation techniques and processing technologies for farmers/women/youth will also be included in the HRD programmes by providing financial assistance. It will be conducted in Research Institutes/KAU’s