Kanu ia Haloa ulu haha loa o ka lau o Haloa i ke ao la puka
- Kumulipo 1811
Learn more about our Kalo Farm
Our mission here at Pulama Aina is “ka moʻopuna i ke alo” a grandchild raised by grandparents. A reminder that we are privileged to continue the raising of these precious taro plants because of the hard work of those who came before us. These words also guide us as one day we too will be gone and the next generation will follow in our footprints. In all we do, we think of those who will follow setting great intention and planting in pono ways to ensure longevity for always.
For our ‘ohana, kalo farming is not just what we do but it’s who we are. It’s our way of life and what we want to share with our community. Whether it’s learning more about our farm, our kalo and itʻs importance in the Hawaiian culture, or wanting to reserve kalo for you and your family, we would love to connect with you! Click the button below and send us a message!
Kalo to Table
Using the same huli, taro stalks, that our ancestors did, we begin each new harvest with good intention. We follow the moon and plant on appropriate nights to allow our taro to thrive in organic conditions.
For the next year or so we carefully nurture our loʻi, wetland fields. Jumping in to weed, cut back leaf, or harvest as the plants and our kūpuna guide us.
When the time is right, kalo is harvested by hand and cooked into delicious and healthful mea ʻai, foods. From steamed Kalo Kuelo, to hand pounded Pa`i `Ai, Laulau, and Lū`au leaf there are many ways to appreciate the harvest.
Interested in learning more
Our farm is located in Wailua, Maui, just past the beautiful Keanae Peninsula. As our `ohana before us has done for generations, we continue to tend and care for our first ancestor, Hāloanakalaukapalili also known as kalo. We love to share about this incredible plant and would love to connect with you! Join our mailing list below to learn more about our first ancestor, the kalo plant, and how you can incorporate taro into your familyʻs diet.