<p>ITDA Project Officer A.S. Dinesh Kumar has called upon scientists to create awareness among tribal farmers on scientifically and technically enhancing the productivity of cashew, which is the lifeline for them.He inaugurated a State-level training programme under the aegis of the Directorate of Cashew Development Board, Kochi, at the Krishi Vignana Kendra in Pandirimamidi on Tuesday.</p> <p>Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Dinesh Kumar stated that there were ample opportunities for tribal people to set up value-added industries of cashew and urged NGOs to extend their cooperation to tribal people to enhance productivity.He advised the tribal people to achieve good yield by selecting good varieties and following the best management systems as per the directions of KVK.</p>