Stories

Creme Brulee Farming Company

In 2019, Edgar founded Creme Brulee Farming Company, where he sustainably cultivates approximately 300 acres of almonds and peaches. Building on this work, Edgar later developed Blanco Max, an organic weed-control solution made from almond shells. Demand for sustainable herbicide…

Kauai Fresh Fish

Kauai Fresh Fish is dedicated to delivering the freshest, 100% Hawaiʻi-caught seafood to the island’s top restaurants and local community. Rooted in deep respect for local fishermen and a commitment to sustainable seafood, they source directly from Hawaiʻi fishers—ensuring fair…

Hawaii Ulu Coop

Hawaiʻi ʻUlu Co-op (HUC) is a farmer-owned business working to revitalize ‘ulu (breadfruit) as a viable crop and dietary staple by empowering farmers as change-makers in Hawaiʻi’s food system. Formed in 2016 with 9 small, diversified growers on Hawaiʻi Island,…

Angela’s Ranch

Alfredo Marquez’s journey from farmworker to organic fig orchard operator is a testament to resilience and entrepreneurship. In 2014, he purchased a 2.3-acre property in Madera, California, and in 2021, he made a bold move—planting fig trees to maximize the…

Hawaii Banana Source

Hawaiʻi Banana Source is a 35-acre USDA-Certified Organic farm located on Oʻahu’s North Shore, managed by Gabe Sachter-Smith. The farm specializes in bananas, cultivating around 150 varieties at any given time, with a primary focus on commercial production of Apple,…

El Fruto Distribution

El Fruto Distribution, a family-owned business founded by Luis Acevedo, has rapidly grown under his leadership. With two decades of experience helping Casa Sanchez expand from a small retail operation to a wholesale distributor in major food chains, Luis leveraged…

Samurai Brand

Samurai Inc was founded in 1995 located in Kalihi on the Island of Oahu. They make ice cream, frozen desserts, popcorn snacks and confectionery products. They also offer products for fundraising opportunities for schools and organizations.…

Margarita Castro, My Organic Farm

Margarita Castro, an Otomi Indigenous woman from Hidalgo, Mexico, and a single mother of four daughters, embodies resilience and determination. Growing up on a farm, she learned the value of hard work at an early age, assisting her father in…

TropiCats Cafe

TropiCats proudly supports the Kauai Humane Society, the island’s only open-admission animal shelter. All cats residing at TropiCats are available for adoption and come fully prepared for their new homes. Each cat is up-to-date on vaccinations, deworming, flea/tick prevention, microchipping,…

Ahiki Acres

Ahiki Acres is a vegetable farm based in Waimānalo, Hawaii, dedicated to delivering fresh, high-quality produce to Oʻahu since 2019. Over the years, the farm has experienced steady growth, now generating $220,000 annually, serving 200 individual customers, and partnering with…

Induchucuiti Organic Farms

Meet Celsa Ortega, a mother of four from Oaxaca, Mexico, and the proud owner of Induchucuiti Organic Farms in Salinas, California. Growing up in the mountain ranges of Oaxaca with her grandparents, Celsa learned the value of agriculture through their…

La Parilla Loca

La Parilla Loca is a beloved late-night hotspot known for its outstanding Mexican cuisine, where the super burrito stands out as a fan favorite—huge, satisfying, and perfect for sharing. Customers rave about the handmade tortillas and expertly seasoned meats, with…