With its warm, tropical climate and year-round growing season, the volcanic soil in Hawaii produces a rainbow of delicious fruits. From bananas and pineapples to more exotic cherimoya, Hawaiians have a large assortment of local produce available. The fresh pineapple growers at Dole/Tropical Fruits Distributors of Hawaii Inc, located in Honolulu, HI, discuss why you should buy locally grown Hawaiian fruits.

Pineapple Distributors Discuss 3 Reasons to Purchase Locally Grown Fruits

1. Local Fruits are Full of Flavor

Local crops are harvested at the peak of their ripeness and usually sold within 24 hours after being picked. These local fruits taste much better than grocery store produce because they are fresh and had longer to ripen on the vine. Produce at grocery stores, such as pineapple, tends to be older and may be held in cold storage for upwards of 10 months. 

2. Local Farmers Keep More Profit

Local farmers do not have the same transportation and distribution costs as larger agricultural businesses. When they sell direct to consumers, they cut out the middleman and make more profit from their crops. When you choose locally produced food, you’re helping to keep local farmers in business.

3. Locally Grown Food Preserves Genetic Diversity

Conventional farmers choose crops based on their ability to ripen simultaneously, survive packing and shipping, and survive for a long time period in a store. Since only a few fruits meet these criteria, there is not much genetic diversity in the fruits that are grown. Local farms grow a large number of fruit varieties with an array of different colors and delicious flavors.

The team at Dole/Tropical Fruits Distributors of Hawaii Inc grows fresh pineapples and other fruits bursting with vibrant, local flavor. Give them a call at (808) 847-3234 to speak to a member of their team. You can also visit them online to view their fresh pineapple recipes.