How can I cut dried dates in small pieces?

Part of your question was cut off so not sure exactly what you are wanting to know but when I need to cut anything like dates, meat etc I have a pair of kitchen scissors made for that purpose. So much faster than with a knife.

Not sure what the rest of the question is, but have you tried kitchen scissors?

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Unless you have a good sharp knife and decent knife skills, use a pair of kitchen scissors. Hope that helps!

I have a very small electric food processor that works great for things like dates and raisins.

If your having trouble with sticking, try spraying some Pam or other food grade oil on the blades first. Easier to clean the knife or scissors afterward as well.

you can chop coarsely with a chopper.

You can use a chopper, or food processor

get a deep cup or glass of warm water. Snip the dates with kitchen scissors, and dip the scissors after each cut into the water, then flick off any remaining drops. Snip,dip,flick..

I tried cutting dried dates both by knife and scissors. But after cutting some the gum sticks to them and turns them blunt.

I have to prepare a Halwa and Cake from dates and need to cut at least 2 pounds at on time for the recipe.