does anyone have experience with growing cashews?

I've just received some seeds and my thumbs are so green at the moment that I expect all five to grow ;-)

some of the questions I have are

how vicious is the oil on the actual nut - it can cause severe dermatitus on some people

do the dreaded fruit fly attack the cashew apple (just as tasty as the nut in my opinion)

does it need shade or shelter in the first few years?

thanks

We grew them easily in a semi arid area near Rockhampton QLD. Not so the case as I reside in Canberra now!

Cheers
Karl