The Power of Community in Saving the Niu Keeping the Roots Strong Here in Hawaiʻi, we know that nothing truly vital is ever accomplished alone. The deep, lasting work of aloha ʻāina—caring for the land that feeds us—has always belonged to the community. When we come...
Echoes of the Valley Valleys high and valleys low, Water moves as time flows— A silent river carving stone, Carrying moments we can’t own. Fading whispers of weathered bones, Echoing secrets to mossy tones, Where ancient voices softly moan Through emerald cloaks and...
Recent Visitors at Koali Niu: Deepening Our Connection to the Niu At Koali Niu, every visit to the land is an opportunity to learn, connect, and deepen our collective kuleana (responsibility) to protect the niu. Recently, we welcomed visitors to the property...
Why Niu (the coconut palm) is the Ultimate Tree of Life Niu (the coconut palm) is perhaps the most recognizable tree in the world, but to the people of the Pacific, it is far more than a tropical backdrop. It is a symbol of resilience, a culture and a literal...
Koali Niu Land Blessing Ceremony in Hāna, Maui In July 2023, as we prepared to begin our coconut gene bank, we followed Hawaiian custom and held a land blessing (pule hoʻomaikaʻi ʻāina). This sacred ceremony honored the ʻāina (land) and invited positive energy,...
Dr. Roland Bourdeix Visits Koali Niu to Identify Rare Hawaiian Coconuts A Very Exciting Week at Koali Niu This has been a very exciting week at Koali Niu with a visit from the world’s leading coconut authority, Dr. Roland Bourdeix. Since his arrival, we have been...
