The Farm
We produce organic dried bananas, Hawaiian ‘awa root, honey, and a variety of fresh fruits & veggies!
The farm at Pu‘u O Hōkū produces certified BIODYNAMIC® and organic dried bananas, fresh frozen Hawaiian ‘awa root, honey, and a wide variety of other fresh fruits and vegetables. You can find our farm products on the shelves at specialty stores in the islands or at our ranch store. Not in Hawaii? Looking for wholesale orders? You can call us directly or place an order through our online store. See below for more details on each of our offerings.
Why BIODYNAMIC?
Why BIODYNAMIC? When we started a garden at Pu‘u O Hōkū thirty years ago, we knew we wanted to incorporate biodynamic practices and principles. We've seen that they enhance the soil and the atmosphere, creating more delicious fruits and vegetables and healthier farmland. We also believe that biodynamic farming resonates with the Hawaiian view of the ‘Āina as a spiritual entity, and connects us with the community of regenerative farmers on our island of Moloka‘i.
Our bees roam 14,000 acres of pristine land and native forests, feasting on wild flora and our organic, BIODYNAMIC crops, free of the blights that have imperiled their species in many parts of the world. In tests, our honey shows absolutely no pesticide residues, making it some of the only truly uncontaminated honey in the world. We’re also dedicated to protecting our bee population. Because of the risk of disease, bees cannot be imported to Hawaii, but our isolation means that thousands of now wild, genetically diverse hives remain on the island, providing a unique and resilient stock of bees for our hives. Our honey is available in 4.5 oz. and 12 oz jars and can be purchased online, and in our ranch store.
Our delicious dried bananas are made from the tiny apple banana, an unusual variety known for its sweet flavor. These chewy treats make a tasty snack for hiking or lunch boxes, and are great chopped up and added to granola, yogurt, or your favorite muffin recipe. You won't find anything else like them on the market — they're nothing like the dry, chalky banana chips you may have tried before. Order them online, or find them at the ranch store.
Pronounced “ah-va,” ‘awa is the Hawaiian name for the Polynesian medicinal plant many know as kava kava. Traditionally prepared as a tea and used ceremonially for conflict resolution among Polynesian royalty, ‘awa is now widely consumed as a nutraceutical that eases pain and stress. Pu‘u O Hōkū Ranch offers ‘awa in the form of fresh frozen root pulp, a preparation that produces a drink more potent and smoother than powdered ‘awa. We specialize in Hawaiian varietals, which have been found to have particularly high levels of the active compound kavalactone, and our product has been praised by connoisseurs throughout the islands as the most premium ‘awa available. Order it online, stop by our ranch store, or try it by the cup at Da Cove Health Bar in Honolulu.
Farm to Table
Guests at the ranch cottages can request fresh produce boxes and fresh beef or venison to cook with during their stay. We work with our own and other local farmers to supply food and locate just the right chef to cater retreats at the lodge — if your group has a special menu in mind, with enough lead time, we can grow it!
