State lawmakers passed a bill that says roasted, instant and ready-to-drink coffee sold with packaging using Hawaii place names must contain at least 51% of coffee grown in a region of Hawaii.

HONOLULU (Island News) -- The coffee industry is one of the beloved treasures of Hawaii. Hawaii's coffee has carved its niche in the global market. But, challenges threaten the industry’s integrity ...

Steiman said that 100% Hawaii-grown coffee is already on shelves, but consumers are choosing the 10% blends over the 100%, largely based on cost. He’s not sure this will change with the raised ...

Many Hawaii coffee farmers got most, but not all, of what they wanted at the state Legislature this year to protect valuable crop origin names. House Bill 2298, if enacted, will require that by July 1 ...