Who
Company
Kaua’i Hemp Company (KHC) was established in 2019 with a mission to usher in a new wave of sustainable agriculture and organic farming in Hawaii through responsible farming and production of Hawaii-grown hemp-derived CBD and CBG products. Hawaii has a long history of creating industry around agriculture, from sugarcane to pineapple to tropical flowers. However, over the past several decades our community, particularly on Kauai, has watched as much of our farmland has been leased to out-of-state big ag and seed companies that use conventional farming methods that include the use of toxic pesticides that lead to a host of undesirable consequences.
Kauai Hemp Company’s founder, Daryl Kaneshiro, and his family have been farming on Kauai for the past 100 years and have watched the progression and influx of conventional agriculture companies moving into Hawaii. Daryl recognized that he had the opportunity to promote safer and healthier farming practices using organic farming techniques while also providing clean and effective organic hemp-derived products for the community and thus, Kauai Hemp Company was born.
Team
During the formation of Kauai Hemp Company, Daryl’s foresight included handing off the important responsibility to the next generation (KHC Team) to carry the vision forward. This team consists of experienced entrepreneurs, legal and medical professionals, political experts, hemp farmers, and compliance experts who have gained knowledge and intellectual property over the years in the hemp industry to develop successful systems in such a complex, fast-growing, and comprehensive industry.
Where
Oma’o
Our hemp farm and processing laboratory are located on the south shore of Kaua’i in ‘Oma’o, on a property that was once part of a 220-acre sheep farm. Sheep are still used to this day to maintain the landscaping around our solar panels and non-active farmland.
Hawai’i
With thousands of different uses for industrial hemp, our company believes that hemp can fill the void that was left when the sugar and pineapple plantations ceased operations by ushering in a new era of agriculture and manufacturing in Hawai’i. Hemp will become a vital part of the economy, and will relieve some of Hawai’i’s dependence on tourism to support our local economy.
Kaua’i
Kaua’i has a history rooted in agriculture. Kaua’i has watched a number of different agricultural industries come and go over the years, leaving a vacuum for jobs and industry. It is our hope that hemp will fill this space and create sustainable long-lasting jobs and economic growth on Kaua’i.
What
Farm
Our company is the first USDA certified organic hemp farm in the State of Hawai’i. We were certified by Oregon Tilth as they require the strictest organic certification standards in the nation. We utilize Korean Natural Farming (KNF) methods in order to nurture and fortify the native microorganisms in the soil so that we do not have to use harsh pesticides or chemicals.
Our outdoor-farm utilizes natural sunlight, fresh air, and Hawaiian red dirt to create the ideal cultivation site for our hemp. Additionally, we’ve implemented the use of our own solar panels to power our facilities to further minimize our impact on the environment.
Processing Laboratory
Our processing laboratory houses state-of-the-art extraction equipment to process the cleanest cannabinoid products available in the state of Hawai’i. We utilize ethanol extraction and wiped-film distillation to produce all of our organic full-spectrum CBD distillate.
We also possess the capability for complete THC remediation through either liquid chromatography to create broad-spectrum CBD distillate or hydrocarbon precipitation for CBD isolate creation. Our R&D department has created a liquid water soluble CBD concentrate and we are currently working on many more amazing products to share with you all in the near future.
Daryl Kaneshiro
What makes our CBD the finest on Earth?
Taste the difference.
Customers’ first reaction to our CBD is often that it does not taste bad or have a strong flavor like many of the other brands currently available. Our vertically-integrated approach allows for processes that lead to creating the purest hemp products.
● Cryogenic extraction
● No pesticides, heavy metals are harmful chemicals are used.
● Certified Organic from soil to oil.
Feel the difference.
Just like the feeling of the warm tropical sun, our Hawaii grown Hemp just hits differently. Our products are of the highest quality and are created to help support your overall well being, sleep, and recovery. *
● Hawaii Grown and manufactured
● Simple Ingredients
● Range of benefits
See the difference.
We take pride in our products and the way we conduct our business. Our commitment to producing the finest products and being environmentally conscious are top of mind. We apply this lens to everything, from the clarity of our tinctures to our sustainable growing techniques and packaging.
● Solar Powered Facility
● Earth Friendly Packaging
● Excellent Customer Support
Why
Community
We feel that by working with local partners we will stimulate the highly beneficial agriculture industry here on Kaua’i, creating a culture of self-sustainability.
We feel it is important that we be an example and resource for other Hawai’i hemp farmers. It is our goal to partner with other farmers to assist them in the various aspects of hemp farming, with an emphasis on drying hemp biomass. Our commercial dryer is capable of drying 2800 lbs in a 21-hour drying cycle. Please contact us if you are looking for a your hemp to be dried.
Environment
Our company puts the utmost emphasis on reducing our footprint. In order to accomplish this, we completed our state-of-the-art photovoltaic system in December of 2019 to sustainably power all operations. We have our own well onsite which feeds the plants with a gravity-based irrigation system. In compliance with our USDA organic certification guidelines, we use biodegradable materials 97% of the time. Our packaging is eco-friendly.
How
Kauai Hemp Company has taken the data-heavy approach in the hemp industry. By collecting grow input data, our model can be replicated at other grow sites, creating a scalable model poised for growth. Please contact us if you are interested in proven hemp genetics, grow model, and data from a tropical climate.
Our Values
Work Ethic
KULEANA
Responsibility
PASSION
