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Australia continues to build a deeper understanding of its macadamia production landscape, with updated orchard mapping providing fresh insights into an industry that now spans more than 15 million trees across 47,659 hectares nationwide.

When Ben Baldwin stepped into the role of Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Macadamia Society (AMS) earlier this year, he brought with him more than two decades of experience spanning government, research and industry. Throughout his career, a consistent theme has been helping industries translate strong foundations into long-term success.

With 2025 now complete, the year is likely to be remembered as one shaped by active debate and adjustment across global markets. Inflation and cost-of-living pressures remained front of mind in many economies, governments and businesses grappled with the rapid pace of change driven by artificial intelligence, and shifting geopolitical dynamics influenced trade policy, tariffs and supply chains. These were just some of the factors that formed the context in which food manufacturers, ingredient suppliers and brand owners navigated the year.