Allen Agri Consulting

Professional Macadamia Farm Management

Managed by farmers, for farmers.  As macadamia orchard owners ourselves, we understand the ups and downs that are a part of farming life.

 

Backed by university-level agricultural qualifications and hands-on industry experience, we give our clients confidence that their orchard is being managed for maximum production, quality, and long-term profitability.

Macadamia Farm Management

From day-to-day operations to full oversight, we tailor services to your needs, improving yield and viability

Macadamia Agronomy

Successful macadamia production starts with strong Agronomy.  John is an experienced Agronomist and can develop customised nutrition and crop protection programs to help ensure your orchard performs to its full potential

Macadamia Property Assessments

Buying or selling a macadamia orchard is a significant investment decision. Our comprehensive property assessments provide the clarity needed to proceed with confidence.

Reports for Council DAs

We prepare Professional Agricultural Reports to support council development applications

30+

Years Experience

About Us

Why Choose Allen Agri Consulting

With over 30 years working in farm management and agricultural consulting across Northern NSW, we've seen multiple macadamia industry cycles.

 

We understand how seasonal variations, market conditions, and agricultural trends affect orchard profitability.

 

This long-term perspective informs our recommendations, helping clients navigate both favorable seasons and challenging periods.

Peace of Mind

University-Qualified Agricultural Professionals

Locally Based and Owner-Operated

Trusted by Both Absentee and On-Site Landowners

Comprehensive Understanding of Industry Cycles and Weather Risks

Macadamia Farm Management

When it comes to macadamia orchard management in Northern NSW, experience, expertise, and local knowledge matter. Allen Agri Consulting delivers all three.

 

We are macadamia orchard owners ourselves. We understand the cyclical nature of the industry, the importance of sound budgeting, and the reality that successful farm management also requires flexibility and good judgement on the ground.

 

We work with both on-site and absentee landowners, offering full or partial farm management tailored to your operation. Our services range from targeted agronomy advice through to complete oversight of daily orchard operations.

Macadamia Agronomy

Our agronomy services can be provided as part of a full farm management package or as a standalone service.

 

Orchard performance starts with accurate information. We base nutrition programs on actual soil and leaf analysis, not assumptions. Pest and disease programs are driven by monitoring and real pressure levels, ensuring inputs are applied where they add value and avoided where they don’t.

 

The result is practical, data-driven decision-making that supports yield, tree health, and cost control.

Financial Reporting

We know what it costs to run a macadamia orchard — and where money is best spent.

 

We prepare realistic, operation-specific budgets and manage the orchard in line with those forecasts. Where required, monthly or quarterly reporting is provided to track performance, identify issues early, and ensure the business stays on course.

 

Our focus is not just production, but long-term profitability and sustainability.

 

Understanding your macadamia orchard's financial performance is essential for making informed management decisions. We provide clear, comprehensive budgeting and financial reporting services that keep you informed about your investment's performance.

 

Macadamia Property Assessments

Buying or selling a macadamia orchard is a significant investment decision. Our comprehensive property assessments provide the clarity needed to proceed with confidence.

 

Our no-nonsense assessments are based on:

  • Historical orchard performance
  • Tree numbers, age, varieties, and condition
  • Soil type and agricultural capability
  • Available soil and leaf test data
  • Farm infrastructure and machinery

 

These data-backed evaluations support informed decision-making, whether you are buying your first orchard, expanding an existing operation, or preparing a property for sale.

Agricultural Reports for Development & Council Submissions

We prepare professional agricultural reports to support Council development applications, including:

 

  • Rural subdivisions
  • Boundary adjustments
  • Rural workers dwellings
  • Rezoning submissions

 

All reports include detailed soil assessments, agricultural land capability classifications, and professional mapping, prepared to meet Council and planning authority requirements.