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Why are Island Princess 100% Hawaii-Grown Macadamia Nuts so special?

• The Macadamia Nut industry was started and developed in Hawaii, setting the "gold standard" for quality and taste for the rest of the world.

• Through years of agricultural research through the University of Hawaii the "perfect" macadamia nut trees were developed which produce that special delicate flavor and crunch of the Hawaiian varieties. Our trees were developed specifically to thrive in small-integrated farms where nuts ripen naturally and fall to the ground for harvesting. Each macadamia nut is valuable and is treated with respect.

• Island Princess Hawaii-grown Macadamia Nuts are farmed under strict laws and controls, as required by USA farming laws, to insure that the quality and purity of the Macadamia Nuts are maintained. No insecticides are used.

• Hawaii-grown Macadamia Nuts are harvested and processed year round, and therefore are naturally fresher products than those coming from industrial farms in countries such as Australia and South Africa where macadamia nuts are harvested once a year and may be in warehouse storage for extended periods.

• Foreign (outside of Hawaii) grown macadamia nuts are not necessarily grown under controlled farming methods, which may include wide variations in fertilization techniques, use of pest control chemicals, harvesting and storing methods.

• Island Princess Hawaii-grown Macadamia Nuts are processed, roasted and packed under rigid USA food laws. Foreign grown macadamia nuts are processed under a wide variety of standards which could affect the quality and integrity of the final products.

• Island Princess Macadamia Nuts have a perfect balance of natural sweetness and satisfying buttery oils since they are grown in conditions unique to Hawaii: an optimum combination of volcanic soil, tropical temperatures, and rainfall, much like the special environmental conditions that are required to produce premium Kona coffee beans. Hawaii’s environment produces macadamia nuts of the perfect taste and texture that makes them an ideal mate to fine chocolate or a sensational addition to any main course!