While macadamia nuts originate and are grown in Australia, commercial production is mainly in Hawaii. Some countries in Latin America, Africa, and Asia also grow macadamia nuts, while trees can be found in California and Florida for the continental United States.

Why macadamia nuts are so expensive?

But why are macadamia nuts so expensive? The main reason is the slow harvesting process. While there are ten species of macadamia trees, only 2 produce the pricey nuts and it takes seven to 10 years for the trees to even begin producing nuts. ... They're only harvested five to six times a year, typically by hand.

Which country is the largest producer of macadamia nuts?

It may surprise you to know that our little country, South Africa is the largest macadamia nut producer in the world with production increasing by 4000 Hectares a year. They're mostly grown in the Limpopo region as they do well in more tropical areas where avocados, papayas, mangoes and bananas are grown.