AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAgriculture: Dole will end Oʻahu coffee operations Nov. 30, lay off nine workers and sell its 154-acre Waialua farm, refocusing on pineapple. On Maui, Mahi Pono plans 1,000 acres of avocados, with production projected to top 10 million pounds a year at maturity. Tourism: Some Hawaii hotels report holiday bookings about 15% behind last year as high airfares and vacation costs weigh on demand into early 2027. Transportation: Hawaiian Airlines plans 13 more non-union job cuts as it integrates with Alaska Air Group; Matson has christened Makua, the first vessel in its Aloha-class containership fleet. Construction: Tariffs added $314,136 to the planned West Maui fire station, pushing completion to next year. Lahaina’s first commercial rebuild on Front Street is underway, with an opening targeted for summer 2027. Development: A Hawaii County committee voted against advancing a favorable recommendation for Waikoloa Green, a proposal for nearly 400 apartments and 300 homes; the full council could still consider it. Local Manufacturing: Kalihi’s Diamond Bakery marked 105 years in business.
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