macadamia nuts are a popular treat and a trendy import in countries like China and the United States. But why are macadamia nuts so expensive? The main reason is the slow harvesting process.

macadamia nuts are a popular treat and a trendy import in countries like China and the United States. But why are macadamia nuts so expensive? The main reason is the slow harvesting process.

and export macadamia nuts and avocado fruits to China,” reads the agreement. It has a clause on trade facilitation aimed at ensuring what is produced finds a market overseas, particularly in China.

Despite the hard times faced by many macadamia nut farmers as prices fell the past ... Van Rooyen said last year buyers especially in China rapidly bought up stock, clearing out warehouses.

Spain-based International Nut & Dried Fruit Council. The US is the biggest importer of shelled macadamia, according to the council’s latest statistics, followed by China and Japan. Producers ...