Hazelnut processing and quality control
From harvesting to the finished product, AmaNut Italy directly manages the different stages of hazelnut processing and transformation. Our own machinery, dedicated technologies and quality checks throughout the process allow us to preserve the characteristics of the raw materials and ensure traceability.
From harvest to processing, every stage under control
Processing begins with hazelnuts from our own orchards, mechanically harvested at the optimal stage of maturity. Thanks to our in-house processing facility, equipped with our own machinery and advanced technologies, we can manage the entire production process directly, without relying on external facilities. This allows us to maintain control over product quality, traceability and processing times.
Hazelnut cleaning and drying
After harvesting, the hazelnuts undergo an initial cleaning stage, during which leaves, plant residues and foreign materials are removed. This is followed by drying under controlled conditions to bring the product to the correct moisture level. This stage is essential to support proper hazelnut storage and preservation of their organoleptic characteristics before further processing.
Hazelnut shelling and optical sorting
Once dried, the hazelnuts are shelled using dedicated equipment and then undergo a rigorous sorting process. One of the distinctive features of our processing facility is a state-of-the-art optical sorting machine, capable of analysing each individual hazelnut and identifying potential defects that may not be visible to the naked eye. This technology effectively removes spoiled, damaged, insect-damaged or otherwise non-compliant nuts, helping us obtain uniform, safe raw materials that meet the quality standards required by the professional market.
Professional roasting to bring out the best in every hazelnut
Roasting is a crucial stage in enhancing the aroma and organoleptic characteristics of hazelnuts. We use professional roasting technologies that allow precise control of processing parameters and ensure a high degree of uniformity. We can also produce different roasting levels, developed to meet the specific needs of chocolate makers, pastry shops, gelato producers, food manufacturers and other industry professionals. A controlled process that allows us to bring out the best aromatic profile of each batch.
Packaging and storage to preserve quality
At the end of processing, our products are packaged using professional systems designed to preserve their freshness, aroma and quality over time.
Vacuum packaging and modified-atmosphere packaging, together with our on-site refrigerated storage facilities, allow us to manage product preservation properly until distribution.
An integrated supply chain, from orchard to finished product
AmaNut Italy's quality control does not concern just one stage of processing: it begins directly in our hazelnut orchards.
The combination of agricultural production, in-house processing and direct sales management allows us to monitor the hazelnuts throughout their journey and maintain traceability from cultivation to final distribution.
Through this integrated supply chain model, we bring shelled hazelnuts, roasted hazelnuts, chopped hazelnuts, hazelnut flour and pure hazelnut paste to the professional food market.