Aloha, my name is Hilary Lang. I am an organic farmer in Hāna, Maui — one of the most remote communities in Hawaiʻi. I have farmed this 12-acre property for many years, growing food for my family and our local community.

In March 2026, Kona Low 1 and Kona Low 2 storms struck Hāna with winds recorded at 92 MPH. We lost power for 9 days. Our road was blocked. Our community is still recovering.

The storms caused over $28,000 in documented losses to our farm. We lost more than 160 trees and plants — many of them established fruiting trees that took 12–13 years to grow, including ʻulu (breadfruit), mango, cacao, avocado, lychee, jackfruit, ice cream bean, mountain apple, and over 100 apple banana plants. These trees were producing hundreds of pounds of fruit weekly. We also sustained fencing damage in 5 places, barn roof leaks, and lost several animals.

We are not removing the fallen trees from our land. The biomass will be chipped and returned to the soil — feeding the land so it can recover and grow again. But restoring what was lost will take time, labor, replanting, and resources we don't have right now.

Any contribution helps us rebuild. If you cannot donate, sharing this page helps just as much.

Mahalo nui loa for your aloha.