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MacFarms Easy Open Macadamias: a cracking innovation
Australian macadamia lovers were treated to a fabulous new product in October last year with the launch of MacFarms Easy Open Macadamias. Made using Australian grown macadamias from Agrimac, the limited edition product made its Australian debut in Coles supermarkets nationally, with Woolworths following suit in December. Read More >>
Mirror, mirror: macadamia oil makes its mark on the beauty industry
Of all the product categories that dominate modern life, the beauty industry is arguably one of the most innovative. In this in-depth feature, we examine the global trends that are dominating skin and hair care right now, and the role that macadamia oil is increasingly playing in this landscape. We shine a spotlight on innovation hotspots and speak exclusively with global beauty industry players for whom macadamia oil is delivering significant business success. Read More >>
Christmas comes early for Aussie macadamia growers with China-Australia FTA
Christmas has come early for Australia's 650+ macadamia growers, with the news that the 24% tariff on macadamia imports from Australia to its largest trading partner China will now be removed over the next four years. Read More >>
National Residue Survey 2014/15: Aussie macadamias score 100% for 15th consecutive year!
We're delighted to announce that once again Australian macadamia producers have achieved a perfect score in the 2014/15 National Residue Survey. Our unblemished record has been upheld for 15 years straight and is testament to the world-class in-crop and post-harvest practices of our growers. The programme screens Australian macadamias for a range of chemical pesticides and environmental contaminants and these outstanding results serve to reinforce our global reputation as a clean, green producer of the world's finest macadamias. Read More >>
Australian macadamia industry announces record Australian macadamia crop
Australia's macadamia growers have produced the largest Australian macadamia crop ever - 48,300 tonnes in-shell @ 10% moisture (45,100 tonnes in-shell at 3.5% moisture), announced the Australian Macadamia Society (AMS) today. Read More >>
Australian Macadamias impress with inaugural campaign launch in China
Two years of strategic planning paid off in pleasing form with the launch of the first Australian Macadamias consumer promotional campaign in China late last month. Read More >>
Australian Macadamias set to make powerful first impression in China
Australian macadamias will step into the spotlight in China for the first time this week, with the launch of a million dollar consumer marketing campaign in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. Read More >>
Australian nut industry achieves record $1.2 billion at farm gate and $1 billion in export earnings
The Australian tree nut crop has delivered an impressive $1.2 billion at farm gate and over $1 billion to the Australian economy in export earnings in 2015 and this is only set to continue, announced the Australian Nut Industry Council (ANIC) today. Read More >>
Tree nut consumption research report
Tree nut consumption: lower body weight and lower risk of metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease. Read More >>
Who is our Japanese consumer?
Japan is a core market for macadamias, with a distinct preference and high regard for kernel of Australian origin. The growth in this market over the past seven years has been driven strongly by our marketing program, which is guided by regular consumer research, allowing us to delve inside the minds of Japanese shoppers and better understand how our product is perceived and what motivates them to purchase. Read More >>