Tag: macadamias
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Macadamia industry has record year despite Northern NSW floods
It’s been a tough year for growers across the Northern Rivers… and the macadamia industry has been among the hardest hit. Despite the challenges of relentless wet weather, Australia has still managed to produce it’s biggest yield yet.
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Macadamia trees receive a new home at the Rivers Secondary College temporary Lismore campus
The new Rivers Secondary College campus in Lismore is getting a little greener. Two macadamia trees have been donated by Marquis and planted at the temporary site to celebrate World Macadamia Day this Sunday. A donation of $10,000 was also handed over to the Macadamia Conservation Trust to help preserve the trees that are home…
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SILVER LINING FOR PRODUCERS ON THE FAR NORTH COAST WITH NATIVE BEE COLONIES STEPPING UP
The varroa mite crisis is restricting the movement of honeybees across the state, stoking fears for producers who rely on the insects. But there could be a silver lining on the Far North Coast – with hopes that native bee colonies could step in, to help pollinate the region.
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NATION’S MACADAMIA CROP ON TRACK TO MEET 2020 TARGET
Despite last year’s devastating drought, the Australian macadamia crop is on track to meet its 2020 target. It comes as the industry’s peak body launches a campaign to stimulate global demand.
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MACADAMIA GROWERS PLAN FOR POSITIVE FUTURE
After a growing season riddled with drought, bushfire and flood, macadamia growers are doing everything they can to protect their livelihood against extreme weather. North Coast growers and reps met in Alstonville today to talk strategy.
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NORTHERN RIVERS GOING NUTS FOR MACADAMIAS
Macadamia production in the Northern Rivers is about to go nuts. A decision to combine manufacturers has made Marquis Macadamia’s the largest producer in the country.
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MACADAMIA CROPS EXCEED EXPECTATIONS DESPITE DROUGHT
Despite the ongoing drought, Northern Rivers Macadamia farmers have this year managed to produce more crop than expected. The dry conditions has seen farmers adapt and revert to older methods of cultivation.