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In their words
The story
Farming isn't just what we do - it's who we are. When we took over Ahualoa Family Farms in 2017, we knew we had the chance to make a big difference in the lives of local farmers and the community as a whole. Farming is just the first step - macadamia nuts can't be enjoyed straight off the tree. They must go through an extensive post-harvest process to be dried, cracked, and prepared for eating. Without a local processor, many farmers simply stopped harvesting because it didn't make financial sense to haul their crop across the island. Orchards were left untended, and an important part of Hawaii's agricultural heritage was fading away. We set out to change that. By restoring Hawaii's oldest mac nut factory and transforming it into Hawaii's newest mac nut factory, we've given local farmers a place to bring their harvest - and a reason to keep growing. We've expanded operations, installed new equipment, and are constantly working to improve every step of the process. Every nut that passes through our doors represents the dedication of local farmers, and we're humbled and honored to be part of their story.
- Since
- 2017
- Certified
- Hawaii Seal of Quality, Made in Hawaii With Aloha