We are a unique Manuka farming operation in Australia.
The Origin of Waradaa
Monofloral Manuka Honey
Monofloral Manuka Honey
Our identity comes from the Waratah flower, the emblem of New South Wales, and the name of the townl, where Ben Brown, our founder and head beekeeper, was born.
Ben's father and grandfather were also beekeepers, with our first hives started in 1918. We now run over 2000 hives.
The Waratah flower is a cultural symbol, adorning Australian s
Our identity comes from the Waratah flower, the emblem of New South Wales, and the name of the townl, where Ben Brown, our founder and head beekeeper, was born.
Ben's father and grandfather were also beekeepers, with our first hives started in 1918. We now run over 2000 hives.
The Waratah flower is a cultural symbol, adorning Australian souvenir icons, from stamps to the state flag of New South Wales.
The root word of Waratah is ‘warada’ from the local aboriginal language, meaning ‘beautiful’ or ‘red-flowering tree’.
Our flower is found in the story of the Wonga Wonga pigeons, who flew above the treetops, and the tales of Toonkoo and Ingaardi, the lost hunter & the grieving widow who created the rivers and streams.
This deep history of Australian culture is the inspiration for all of us. It is this understanding of the land from which we come that inspires what we do.
Monofloral Manuka Honey
Monofloral Manuka Honey
Monofloral Manuka Honey
In Australia, we have access to wild forests of Leptospermum and the honey produced in Australia has the same identical markers as found in New Zealand Manuka honey.
We are working with the Australian Manuka Honey Association to develop suitable markers for authenticating Australian Manuka to global market requirements.
The golden dot work
In Australia, we have access to wild forests of Leptospermum and the honey produced in Australia has the same identical markers as found in New Zealand Manuka honey.
We are working with the Australian Manuka Honey Association to develop suitable markers for authenticating Australian Manuka to global market requirements.
The golden dot work seen on our jars is drawn from the classical painting techniques and is a visual representation of the miles we travel beekeeping and of our time on the road to bring you the best.
When you see our dot work and the AMHA logo, you know that the product you buy is a 100% original and uniquely authentic taste of Australian nature.
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Australian Made
Monofloral Manuka Honey
Australian Made
100% Australian owned and Made, we produce honey from the source. All of our honeys are sourced directly from apiaries within Australia. None of our honey is blended with syrups or imported materials.
Each batch is tested to ensure we meet the quality expectations we set for ourselves.
This includes testing for C4 and AFB, along with MGO,
100% Australian owned and Made, we produce honey from the source. All of our honeys are sourced directly from apiaries within Australia. None of our honey is blended with syrups or imported materials.
Each batch is tested to ensure we meet the quality expectations we set for ourselves.
This includes testing for C4 and AFB, along with MGO, DHA and HMF. All testing is carried out by an independent laboratory, with ISO17025 quality accreditations.
Our goals are to uplift the global appreciation of Australian culture, preserve and regenerate our forests and create works that endure a lifetime, while delivering people products that enhance their health.
We do this by planting trees, keeping bees and using inputs made in Australia and New Zealand, to keep our carbon footprint sustainable, and we bring it all together into something that you can use, whereever you are in the world.
Monofloral Graded Honey - MF Grade
Based on the most advanced knowledge base in the world. Monofloral (MF) Manuka Defined:
Combining leading science from Australia and New Zealand, the classic honey grading systems of Canada, the MF grading is based firmly on the work of the late Dr Peter Molan at the Waikato Honey Research Institute, Dr Peter Brooks at the USC , the research of Dr Thomas Henle at the University of Dresden and the valuable work carried out by New Zealand's Ministry for Primary Industries to define chemical markers in Manuka.
The MF grade replaces all of the other current systems, bringing the industry standards up to speed with consumer expectations of quality and testing and can be applied to both New Zealand and Australian Manuka. Because it is a statement of fact, and not one of it's direct therapeutic potential, the grading system is also aligned with Government and Industry requirements for labelling as outlined in the 2014 Manuka Honey Labelling Guidelines and the FSANZ requirements for labelling of food products. It is free to use if you are an authentic Manuka producer.
The MF Grade makes it simple and easy to understand how strong your Manuka honey is.
Designed to Align with the NZ Government System
While we here in Australia don't use the Macron above the A, we still test for chemical markers. Our MF rating indicates grade of the honey based on both MGO and Chemical marker analysis. We find high levels of the approved d Markers in our honey, so we call it what it is, Monofloral Manuka honey.
Multifloral Manuka is the starting point.
We all have to start somewhere and Multi-floral (Mf) Manuka is it,.
The reason is is called Multifloral is that it also contains some other nectar sources such as Tea Tree (Malealeuca alternifolia) Eucalyptus & Kanuka (Kunzea ericoides), dependent on it's country of origin. The other nectar sources vary if the honey is from NZ or Australia and also based on the harvest season, and we promse that it will always be absolutely deliciously fantastically good pure and natural honey.
And that's how it all works. Identify what you are looking for and choose your grade.
Some of our Products - Buy in Store!
Core Health Products
The production of natural health products is our business. Here is an overview of our honey range & suggested applications.
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Entry Level 2+ (30 MGO)
$19.95
Looking for a healthy, safe and natural gift from mother earth, then look no further. Produced using the same low temperature soft set process from bees that are free from varroa treatment chemicals.
Occasional Use 5+ (85 MGO)
$29.95
Daily use of our 5+ graded Manuka honey gives you long term better health outcomes, when you replace the sugar in your diet with honey. Reduce the risk of developing diabetes by cutting sugar and adding back in just the right amount of our delicious honey.
Regular Use 10+ (250 MGO)
$39.95
High strength, yet affordable enough for you to use everyday. People that use our 10+ are already familiar with the benefits of Manuka honey and know what they want.
High Potency 15+ (500 MGO)
$89.95
At 500 mg of MGO per KG, our 15+ rated honey is the second highest strength Manuka honey you can buy online.
Try a face mask, as part of your skin care routine. Great as a health tonic to help your stomach feel better, reducing the acidity and inflammation caused by Helicobacter pylori.
Extra Strength 20+ (750 MGO)
$149.95
At 750 mg of MGO per KG, our 20+ rated honey is the highest strength Manuka honey you can buy online.
This supremely rich honey is rare and hard to get. We travel for thousands of miles to find it and only see this grade when nature gives us the perfect conditions for harvest.
Commercial Services
We offer a range of commercial services as experienced exporters, registered beekeepers and apiculture professionals.
Pollination & Live Bees
PBN
With over 2000 beehives, multiple truck and trailer units and a central base in New South Wales, we provide pollination services to commercial agriculture, ensuring that the global food chain stays intact.
OEM Production
RFQ
One of our key skills is in producing a high quality product that represents the best Australian can produce. We maintain a HACCP plan and provide Australian Government Export Certification (EX188B), Certificate of Origin (COO) & ISO 17025 Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
Bulk Honey
TENDER
From time to time we may service the demands of other packers from our warehouse located in Newcastle. If you have a need for 1000L IBC's of clean, filtered honey, in new containers, get in touch to discuss and arrange an FOB quotation.
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Australian Manuka - The Mark Of Authenticity
Waradaa Honey Co is a proud Member of the Australian Manuka Honey Association (AMHA).
The Australian Manuka Honey Association (AMHA) is the leading national body for the production and promotion of Manuka honey in Australia and is recognised as an Approved Industry Body by AUSTRADE and the Australian Government;
We are licenced to use the AMHA ‘Mark of Authenticity’ on products that have been independently tested at an accredited laboratory to have met the strict criteria for defining Australian Manuka.
Criteria & testing protocols were developed by Australia’s leading Manuka Scientists and honey products that bear this mark must be tested by an accredited testing laboratory to confirm they meet the AMHA Criteria for Defining Australian Manuka Honey.
The AMHA Mark of Authenticity is a trusted symbol underpinned by scientific research and testing protocols, that ensures honey which carries these Marks are pure, natural, 100% authentic Manuka honey, produced in Australia.
The Mark of Authenticity does not indicate the strength of the honey, which is shown separately by the MGO rating on the jar. The Mark of Authenticity is only available under licence to Members.
If you are looking for guidance on the therapeutic use of Manuka, we recommend you talk to your pharmacist or health professional.
For further information on the AMHA visit www.manukaaustralia.org.au
