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, ‘Awa tincture, 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. If your looking for wholesale orders or want to order direct, call us 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 a community of other regenerative farmers on our island of Moloka‘i.
Biodynamic farming creates healthier food and healthier farmland.
Hoku Hawaiian Honey
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.
Pu‘u O Hōkū Dried Bananas
Our delicious dried bananas are made from the small 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 baked 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.
Pu‘u O Hōkū ‘Awa
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 from one of our many wholesale vendors across Hawaii and the mainland.
Farm to Table
Most farm-to-table restaurants source from nearby farms. We skip the middleman entirely — our ranch is the farm. Our gardens and orchards produce everything from leafy greens to tropical fruits, and our pastures provide grass-fed beef and venison. Our chef works with whatever's freshest each day to create meals that are truly one of a kind. Cottage guests can take the experience into their own kitchen with fresh produce boxes and ranch-raised meats. Have a dream menu? Give us enough lead time and we'll plant it.