All about Monika's Mac Nuts

How and when did it all start?

Monika Nauen came to the Big Island of Hawai`i in August of 1997 from her native country, Germany. She was in the process of opening a Bed 'n Breakfast when a 15 acre macadamia tree farm became available and presented a new opportunity. On January 1, 1998 the company began the business of harvesting, processing and marketing macadamia nuts, and MaC's Nut Co. of Hawaii was founded.

How is the company structured - then and now?

The company was founded with Monika Nauen as its Sole Proprietor and its principal investor. Through hard work and long hours and the hiring of seasonal help to pick and process the harvest, the fledgling company prospered. Monika continues the commitment to her customers and to operate the farm to this day. Her focus is on the highest possible quality of freshly air-dried macadamia in-shell nuts for those of you who enjoy the flavor of delicious raw nut, and the challenge of cracking your own. The in-shell nuts are also great for large birds, such as Blue Macaws. She has also added macadamia flakes for smaller birds and baby birds.

Other fine products manufactured by Hawaii Island Honey Company and Hawaiian Specialty Sea Salt are being offered by Monika's Mac Nuts. These products, as well as our own quality nuts, are made and processed exclusively on the Big Island of Hawaii. Check them out in our Product Catalog.

What's in a name?

For many years the company flourished under the banner of Mac's Nut Co. of Hawaii. Those of you that are so used to the fine service and friendly attention of Monika Nauen will be happy to know she is as eager as ever to bring you her carefully selected products and friendly service. The company is now known, simply, as "Monika's Mac Nuts".

Frankly, we think the new company logo and web design better reflect Monika's personality and brings a more festive feeling to the business of farming, processing and the providing of our nuts to all of you... don't you think so, too?