Piko Provisions - Behind the Name
More than just a fun name to say, Piko is a Hawaiian word filled with deep meaning. Best expressed as "connection," it represents the bond between parents and children, the link to generations of family, and our relationship to the land and food that nourishes us. For us, it captures our commitment to growing families with the absolute best foods and strengthening Hawaii's future.
Hawaii News Now HI Now Daily
Sponsored by Hawaii State Department of Agriculture. When it comes to being a parent, there’s a lot to learn, but one important thing is making sure baby is eating right and getting the nutrients they need. On this Seal of Quality Saturday, HI Now hosts Kanoe Gibson and Kainoa Carlson are getting a closer look at baby food and snacks made and grown right here in Hawaii from Piko Provisions.
KITV4 - Moving Forward
News segment about how Hawaii-grown baby food manufacturer, Piko Provisions, pivoted during COVID-19 and has increased their support of local farmers, families and the food system across Hawaii.
Mālama ‘Āina - Kahumana Organic Farms
Today we are proud to introduce you to Kahumana Organic Farms. A 25-acre certified organic farm operating in the heart of Lualualei Valley on Oahu. They provide us with ingredients grown using regenerative, permaculture principles, such as rotational planting, cover cropping, and biodynamic planting. As you can tell in the video, they do so much more than grow food.
A Hawaii Grown Start to Life - Piko Provisions Baby Food
Giving hungry babies a Hawaii-grown start to life. We founded Piko Provisions with one goal in mind: to provide the absolute best food to growing babies in Hawaii and beyond. We are Hawaii's baby food, made from all-natural, whole ingredients and superfoods grown on the Hawaiian Islands.
Hawaii Children’s Action Network - Champions for Children Innovator of the Year Finalist 2021
Hawaiʻi Children’s Action Network (HCAN) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the only one in the state of Hawaiʻi solely committed to advocating for children. We address the root causes of poverty and inequity and develop public policies that help children and their families.
Our Mission: Build a unified voice educating and advocating for Hawaiʻi's children.
Our Vision: All of Hawaiʻi's children are healthy, safe and ready to learn.
New baby food company focuses on Hawaii-grown ingredients
“A couple of years ago, Ethan West stumbled across a study revealing that many baby foods contain toxic chemicals like lead and arsenic. As a sixth-generation farmer who holds an MBA from Chaminade University of Honolulu, he was immediately compelled to do something about it.” Read More
Nourish Ventures
Nourish Ventures, LLC is a Social Enterprise located in Honolulu, Hawaii that is dedicated to bringing innovation and production capabilities to Hawaii’s food industry.
We are motivated to increase Hawaii’s locally produced food supply and are working to build infrastructure to help alleviate the most prevalent concerns facing farmers, ranchers and entrepreneurs across the state.
Stories of Stewardship
In producing “Stories of Stewardship” Ethan led a dynamic team in the ideation and creation of a three part film series from start to finish. Through working with global design agency, Ocupop, and Hawaii film maker Jonathan Keao of Sky Blue Pictures they were able to create a stunning, engaging, integrated content campaign which helped further the brand awareness and mission of Kunoa Cattle Company.
Stories of Stewardship Episode 3: Zanga Schutte
This edition takes us to Kamuela on the Big Island, where Zanga Schutte raises Angus cattle at Z-Bar Ranch.
When Zanga started in the business, he says it was just a numbers game for him. The more cattle he could raise, the more money he could make. But through watching and listening to other ranchers, he realized the importance of taking a more holistic approach.
Now, he’s focused on being a good steward of the land, which ensures his cattle have nourishing food. Instead of yelling and chasing after his cattle, he’s gentle with them and is more attentive to their needs. It shows in his herd’s gentle temperament —and in the beef. “You get more tender beef because they’re not stressed,” he says.
Stories of Stewardship Episode 2: Don & Alex Winters
Our latest story features Don Winters and his grandson Alex Winters, who raise cattle in Waimea. Don has seen the ranching business evolve over his lifetime. For years he operated a “cow-calf” operation, which meant the cows he raised were all sent to the mainland. Today, with the resurgence of full-cycle beef production in Hawaii, the cattle he raises stay local and feeds his neighbors.
With this change and by practicing rotational grazing techniques, the Winters are seeing the land improve and better grasses return. Better land means better cattle. It’s a virtuous cycle that supports not only a family business, but a way of life and a promise for generations to come.
Stories of Stewardship Episode 1: Bobby Farias