News & Reports

Australian macadamia industry continues streak of perfect scores in National Residue Survey

October 30, 2023

The 2022-23 National Residue Survey (NRS) results are in, and we’re proud to report that the Australian macadamia industry has once again been awarded 100% compliance.

Expanding horizons: Australian macadamias start making their mark in India

October 25, 2023

It’s been a vibrant and exciting quarter for Australian Macadamias in India with a host of important events and collaborations taking place as the implementation of our entry strategy into this potential-laden market kicks off.

Meet the food innovator championing ingredient-style macadamias

October 3, 2023

When food innovator and value-adding expert Stuart Picken sees a challenge, it’s fair to say he’s driven to create a solution that benefits everyone involved. It’s this, coupled with a highly curious mind, that led the former lawyer and chef to establish a contract manufacturing business that specialises in upcycling farm gate seconds into nutrient-dense food products, with macadamias regularly in the mix.

2023 Australian macadamia crop expected to deliver lower volume but excellent quality

September 11, 2023

The Australian Macadamia Society (AMS) announced today that the forecast for the 2023 Australian macadamia crop has been revised down from 53,160 tonnes in-shell to 48,500 tonnes in-shell at 3.5% moisture (from 57,000 to 52,000 tonnes in-shell at 10% moisture).

Creative PR campaign highlights macadamia nut’s Australian origin

August 1, 2023

Not many people know that the macadamia nut originated in Australia more than 60 million years ago. It’s a little known fact even among Australian consumers. So to help raise awareness of the macadamia’s origin, a bold new Australian PR campaign has launched, starting with a tongue-in-cheek challenge to iconic global brand McDonald’s.

Australian macadamia crop forecast revised

June 30, 2023

The 2023 Australian macadamia crop forecast has been revised down by 11% from 60,000 tonnes in-shell to 53,160 tonnes in-shell at 3.5% moisture (from 64,400 to 57,000 tonnes in-shell at 10% moisture), announced the peak industry body, the Australian Macadamia Society (AMS), today.

Macadamia consumption does not lead to weight gain, suggests new study

June 1, 2023

Macadamia consumption does not lead to weight gain and may have other positive benefits on cardiometabolic risk factors for overweight and obese adults. These were the findings of a study that was recently published in The Journal of Nutritional Science1.

White paper: The 8 big emerging food trends revealed by global opinion leaders

June 1, 2023

The last three years have delivered seismic shifts. From the global pandemic and climate crisis to slowing economies, we’ve seen ripples created across many aspects of human life that are impacting consumer needs.

Future-Proofed Food for Health-Forward Consumers: live event explores new research findings

May 9, 2023

The Australian macadamia industry’s commitment to ongoing consumer research stretches back many years, with the insights gained helping to shape our international marketing strategy. For our latest research project we have taken a different approach to previous studies, both in terms of the research methodology and the way the findings are being delivered.

Evidence mounts: new health study bolsters case for daily nut consumption

April 13, 2023

The taste and texture of nuts have long made them a popular addition to snacks, meals and a host of manufactured food and beverage products. What is increasingly clear is that nuts not only taste great, they’re also great for you.

Access all areas: meet the company bringing macadamia innovation to more aisles of the supermarket

March 8, 2023

When it comes to developing delicious retail products with macadamias, Nutworks has cemented itself as a leader. Having entered the Australian macadamia industry in the mid-1990s, Nutworks has achieved success manufacturing and retailing its value-added macadamias thanks to the popularity of its online store and bricks and mortar retail outlet on the Sunshine Coast – one of Australia’s macadamia growing regions.

Australian macadamia crop modelling predicts increased 2023 crop

February 20, 2023

The 2023 Australian macadamia crop is predicted to reach 60,000 tonnes in-shell @ 3.5% moisture (64,400 tonnes in-shell @ 10% moisture), according to a climate-based forecast produced using scientific modelling developed by the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries.*

Latest news & reports

Australian macadamia industry continues streak of perfect scores in National Residue Survey

Expanding horizons: Australian macadamias start making their mark in India

Meet the food innovator championing ingredient-style macadamias

2023 Australian macadamia crop expected to deliver lower volume but excellent quality

Creative PR campaign highlights macadamia nut’s Australian origin

Australian macadamia crop forecast revised

Macadamia consumption does not lead to weight gain, suggests new study

White paper: The 8 big emerging food trends revealed by global opinion leaders

Future-Proofed Food for Health-Forward Consumers: live event explores new research findings

Evidence mounts: new health study bolsters case for daily nut consumption

Access all areas: meet the company bringing macadamia innovation to more aisles of the supermarket

Australian macadamia crop modelling predicts increased 2023 crop

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