HONOLULU (HI Now) - Founded by husband-and-wife team Eva Lee and Chiu Leong, Tea Hawaii & Company blends cultural tradition with agricultural innovation. Nestled in the temperate rainforest on Kilauea Volcano, their tea estate is dedicated to producing fine Hawaii-grown tea, from propagation to marketing. Passionate advocates for tea agriculture, they work to establish a thriving Hawaiian tea industry, collaborating with growers, researchers, and institutions to position Hawaii as a key player in the global tea community.
For over a decade, Hawaii’s tea industry has grown with support from organizations like the USDA, University of Hawaii CTAHR, and the Hawaii Department of Agriculture. These partnerships have helped develop a sustainable specialty crop for global distribution.
With backgrounds in the arts, Lee and Leong bring a blend of tradition and innovation to their tea production, fostering strong global connections while maintaining the artistic integrity of Hawaii’s unique tea culture.
For more information, visit www.teahawaii.com
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