Macadamia

Macadamia Varieties

Macadamia: The Nutty Delicacy

Macadamia nuts (Macadamia integrifolia and Macadamia tetraphylla), often called the "king of nuts," are a premium, buttery-flavored nut native to Australia but now cultivated in various tropical and subtropical regions, including India. Known for their rich, creamy texture and high nutritional value, macadamia nuts are encased in a hard, woody shell. At Deccan Exotics India F.P.O., a National Award-winning Farmer Producer Organization (2022, Ministry of Agriculture), we grow high-quality macadamia varieties on our 40-acre Sangareddy farm, focusing on disease-resistant, high-yielding trees suited for Indian climates. In collaboration with ICAR-Tumkur, we develop superior hybrids to meet growing domestic and export demand.

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Our Macadamia Varieties

  • Macadamia integrifolia: Smooth, buttery flavor, high yield
  • Macadamia tetraphylla: Slightly sweet, robust variety
  • Hybrids: Enhanced oil content, disease resistance

Health Benefits

Macadamia nuts are packed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which help lower bad cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Rich in fiber, antioxidants, and essential minerals like magnesium, manganese, and iron, they support digestion, bone health, and energy production. Their low carbohydrate content makes them suitable for keto and low-carb diets, while their palmitoleic acid content promotes skin health and metabolism.

Our Macadamia Varieties

Explore our premium macadamia cultivars and their characteristics.

Beaumont (695) – Australian Hybrid

Hybrid | Late-season harvest

  • Earliest bearer (year 3), avg. 500 kg/ha.
  • Yield: Consistent 3–4 t/ha at maturity.
  • Vigorous growth, reddish-pink flush.
  • High temperature tolerance.
  • Late flowering, pink fragrant blooms.
  • Nut Quality: Smaller nuts, TKR up to 35%.
  • Challenge: Thrip susceptibility.

A4 – Australian Hybrid

Early-season harvest

  • Bears in year 4–5.
  • Yield: 3–4 t/ha, alternate bearing.
  • Open canopy; branches prone to wind damage.
  • Large kernels (3.5–4 g), TKR 39–50%.
  • Late flowering, yellow blossoms.
  • Challenge: Husk sticking in humid conditions.

Nelmak 2 – South African Hybrid

Mid-season harvest

  • Bearing begins in year 4.
  • Yield similar to Beaumont; alternate bearing.
  • Spreading canopy; good in cooler climates.
  • Mottled shells, TKR 36–40%.
  • Common out-of-season flowering.
  • Challenge: Struggles in extreme temperatures.

814 – Hawaii Hybrid (Integrifolia)

Mid-season harvest

  • Bearing begins around year 5.
  • Yield: 3–4 t/ha, TKR 35–47%.
  • Easy pruning due to spreading branches.
  • Smaller kernels; high whole-kernel recovery.
  • Challenge: Needs irrigation; windburn sensitive.

816 – Hawaii Hybrid (Integrifolia)

Early to mid-season harvest

  • Bearing in year 5–6.
  • Yield: 2–2.5 t/ha.
  • Renowned round creamy kernels; TKR 40–44%.
  • Upright growth; narrow branches.
  • Challenge: Thrip & phytophthora sensitive.

842 & 849 – Integrifolia

842: Early-season | 849: Early–Mid-season

  • Bearing in year 4–5.
  • Open growth habit; 842 more upright.
  • TKR over 35%.
  • Double flowering (July & August).
  • High temperature tolerance.
  • Challenge: Magnesium deficiency common.

Important Note

Selecting the right macadamia cultivar depends on your climate, soil type, and farming goals. Beaumont is excellent for early bearing, A4 performs best in cooler climates with high kernel recovery, and Integrifolia varieties like 814 & 816 offer premium quality but need careful management. The 842 & 849 hybrids are proven performers in hot climates.

Why Choose Our Macadamias?

At Deccan Exotics, we cultivate macadamia nuts using advanced agricultural techniques at our Sangareddy nursery, ensuring high-quality, disease-resistant saplings that thrive in India’s diverse climates. Our varieties, including Macadamia integrifolia and Macadamia tetraphylla, offer a rich, buttery flavor and high oil content, making them ideal for snacking, baking, confectionery, and gourmet dishes. Through our partnership with ICAR-Tumkur, we are developing hybrids with improved yields of up to 3-4 tonnes per hectare and enhanced shelf life. Adhering to Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and VIET GAP standards, we aim for GAP certification by 2028, enabling farmers to tap into premium domestic and export markets in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our macadamia nuts are grown from high-quality, disease-resistant saplings, offering rich, buttery flavor, high oil content, and high yields, optimized for both domestic and export markets.

Macadamia nuts can be enjoyed raw, roasted, or salted as a snack, or used in baking, salads, desserts, and gourmet dishes. They are also popular in nut butters and confectionery.

Yes, our macadamia nuts meet GAP and VIET GAP standards, with long shelf life and premium quality, making them ideal for export to high-demand markets in Asia, Europe, and North America.