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Greenwell Farms

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Greenwell Farms; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsGreenwell FarmsHawaii coffee roastersUnited StatesIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
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The history of Greenwell Farms began in 1850 when Henry Nicholas Greenwell arrived in Kealakekua, Hawaii, to establish a coffee farm. Today, the company operates a roasting plant directly on its farm in the Kona district, where it processes and packages its own coffee as well as providing custom services for other local producers. The estate is documented for its historical legacy, including a 1873 recognition diploma from the World's Fair in Vienna, and for its role as a major educational destination that offers public farm tours. Managed by the fourth generation of the Greenwell family, the farm maintains extensive coffee orchards and manages additional acreage for other landowners.

Ownership
Greenwell Farms is an independent, family-owned business currently operated by fourth-generation farmers.
Founded
1850
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Renowned as one of the oldest and largest coffee producers in the Kona district, the farm is highly regarded for its educational farm tours and its historical legacy dating back to 1850.
Sourcing countries
United States
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources coffee from its own 85-acre orchard and manages an additional 60 acres for other local landowners in the Kona region. They process and roast their own harvests alongside coffee from other certified Kona growers, maintaining control from seed to cup.
Notable coffees
  • — Jeni K
  • — Medium Roast
  • — Dark Roast
  • — Full City Roast
  • — French Roast
  • — Peaberry
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Greenwell Farms, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-03-25 · Daily Coffee News
Hawaii Coffee Farms Face Millions in Storm Losses; Relief Underway

Following back-to-back Kona low storms, Greenwell Farms was identified as the most significantly impacted coffee operation in the region, with estimated losses reaching $10 million. The state government and agricultural organizations have initiated emergency relief programs to assist affected farmers in the wake of the widespread destruction.

2026-03-23 · Big Island Now
Kona low devastates 176-year-old coffee farm on Big Island

Greenwell Farms suffered severe damage following a Kona low storm in March 2026, which caused flooding and debris that destroyed decades-old coffee trees and nursery plants. Owner Tom Greenwell estimated the total damages and lost revenue at approximately $10 million, forcing a temporary closure of the farm's popular visitor tours.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-20. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand identifies specific signature coffees like 'Jeni K', they do not consistently publish the names of the individual smallholder farms they manage beyond their own estate.

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