Macadamia Nuts
Macadamia nuts are tree nuts that have a subtle, butter-like flavor and creamy texture. Like most other nuts, macadamia nuts are rich in nutrients and beneficial plant compounds. They’re also linked to several benefits, including improved digestion, heart health, weight management, and blood sugar control.
MACADAMIA
IN KENYA
Today, Kenya is the third largest Macadamia producer with a global market share of approx. 13%. Annual crop production is approx. 114,000 tonnes, valued around KES 3.8 billion.
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Macadamia farming in Kenya provides an important source of income for around 200,000 smallholder farmers who supply factory processors alongside other suppliers.
Over 90% of Kenya’s Macadamia are produced for export with key destinations including US, EU, China, Japan, Hong Kong and Canada.
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The Kenyan Macadamia offers a competitive alternative to top producers in Australia and South Africa.
Various Sizes of Macadamia Nuts
Style 0
20mm+ (95% Minimum Wholes)
Style 1L
16mm-20mm (95% Minimum Wholes)
Style 1S
13mm-16mm (95% Minimum Wholes)
Style 2
13mm+ (50% Halves-4L & Wholes 1S)
Style 4L
13mm+ (95% Minimum Halves)
Style 4R
10mm-13mm (80% Minimum Halves)
Style 5
8mm-10mm (Small halves & Chips)
Style 6
5mm-8mm (Chips & Pieces)
Style 7