Global macadamia production has expanded substantially, building competition
for market share based on superior quality kernels. Whole or half kernels garner
the highest price if they are cream- colored and defect- free, with 72% or more oil.
Many pre- harvest infl uences on fi nal kernel quality have not been clarifi ed,
especially environmental factors. However, macadamia kernel quality depends on
the maturity and composition of nuts at harvest, as well as the drying, roasting,
packaging, and storage methods. Frequent harvests, proper dehusking, and gentle
handling can minimize the incidence of kernel decay, microbial risk, rancidity,
and impact damage. Well- controlled, incremental drying to 1.5% kernel moisture
prior to cracking and roasting is necessary for desirable kernel texture, color,
fl avor and stability. Macadamia nuts are a rich source of monounsaturated fatty
acids and phytochemicals, and the purported health benefi ts of consuming
macadamias may increase market opportunities for this gourmet nut.
Global macadamia production has expanded substantially, building competitionfor market share based on superior quality kernels. Whole or half kernels garnerthe highest price if they are cream- colored and defect- free, with 72% or more oil.Many pre- harvest infl uences on fi nal kernel quality have not been clarifi ed,especially environmental factors. However, macadamia kernel quality depends onthe maturity and composition of nuts at harvest, as well as the drying, roasting,packaging, and storage methods. Frequent harvests, proper dehusking, and gentlehandling can minimize the incidence of kernel decay, microbial risk, rancidity,and impact damage. Well- controlled, incremental drying to 1.5% kernel moistureprior to cracking and roasting is necessary for desirable kernel texture, color,fl avor and stability. Macadamia nuts are a rich source of monounsaturated fattyacids and phytochemicals, and the purported health benefi ts of consumingmacadamias may increase market opportunities for this gourmet nut.
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