Maui has a cultural history of producing organic foods. It really took a while to connect the word "organic" to the agricultural production; however, in 2008 the first Whole Foods supermarket was opened. In the beginning, agricultural systems were developed with the environment as its pinnacle focus, thus ensuring it could support many thousands of people over the long-term. In addition, that tradition continues until today as there is 200 or more certified organic growers in Maui, Hawaii. The median farm size ranges from 5 acres on Maui to 13 acres on Kauaii. The Hawaii Organic Farmer's Association encourages farmers to consider switching to more sustainable production methods by offering educational seminars, consulting services and other resources.
Some of the qualifications to own a farm are as follows:
- A citizen of the United States who has resided in Hawaii for the preceding three years, or any permanent resident alien who has resided in Hawaii for the preceding three years; and
- A person of proven farming ability who has operated their own farm for two or more years; and
- A person who devoted most of their time or derives most of their net income from the farming operation
- An eligible sole proprietor is one who qualifies individually by meeting the requirements listed above.
- Eligible partnership are controlled by at least 75% by persons who qualify individually.
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