In 2019, Pono Pacific was contracted by Turtle Bay Resort to manage 460 acres of agricultural land mauka of the resort. Together, their vision is to create a healthy, vibrant farm that matches best-in-class sustainability practices alongside Hawaiian knowledge and culture.
“Pono Pacific’s thoughtful and environmentally- sensitive approach adopts a forward-looking plan that benefits the community and state,” said Jerry Gibson, vice president and managing director of Turtle Bay Resort. “The preservation and enhancement of this land and the North Shore agricultural way of life is vital to promoting stable and sustainable food production in a state where more than 85 percent of our food is imported. We want to serve as a model for how private companies can contribute to agriculture, energy and sustainability.”
We create and scale farm operations grounded in a sense of place, growing fresh, healthy food in a way that is economically and environmentally sustainable, moving Hawaii closer to its goal of achieving greater food security.
Premier, blue ribbon agricultural land management
Two decades of experience
Efficient and economically feasible farming
Full service asset manager
Community partner creating neighborhood gardens and opportunities for agriculture education
Socially responsible approach with focus on sustainability, conservation, water quality and native species restoration and protection
Targeting organic, pesticide-free crops that provide healthy farm-to-table cuisine for families and communities
Strong leadership team with Hawaii roots and worldwide experience
Customized solutions for every client, from operations to yield
Forward-thinking visionaries, marrying technology with expertise to increase yields, steward land and build connections
CONTACT Chris Lee, vice president of farm development at chris.lee@ponopacific.com to learn more about how we can thoughtfully and strategically grow your revenue through strategic farm and land management.