One of the first Certified Organic Farms in the United States of America.

My first Organic Farm was in 1982 in the mountains of Southern California, adjacent to the National Forest. We were part of California Certified Organics Farmers (CCOF). Before our Certification, we provided produce to local Churches for their outreach programs.

Now, almost 40 years later, I find myself on the fertile Big Island of Hawaii. We are on 25 acres of tropical jungle in the mountains of Hawaii. This is Agricultural Land or, as we know it, AG Land! The topsoil here is over 10 feet deep and a great place to farm. My first greenhouse consisted of local soil and black cinder. Black cinder is a volcanic product that keeps the soil aerated, drains well, and has the structure that supports IMO’s (indigenous micro-organisms) and micro-nutrients.

We just built two new greenhouses and are incorporating several styles of Hydroponic Growing Systems.

Our goal is to produce Organic produce for ourselves and also for local Farmer’s Markets, Organic Produce Stores, Health Food Stores and Local Vegetarian Restaurants. Once the Apocalypse hits, we will be providing locals with instructions on how to grow hydroponically using the Kratky method. The produce we will still be producing will be for bartering.

Soon to come: BigIslandBarter.com – “Don’t be Scared – be Prepared”