Onions

Ranges from scallions to bulbing sweet onions, adapted to different pockets of Hawaiʻi Island’s varied topography. Known for their culinary importance, onions remain in steady demand.

Onion production demands well-draining soils, weed control, and close attention to irrigation timing. Sweet onions comparable to the famed “Maui-style” types have gained traction among local restaurants and grocery outlets, benefiting from the island’s unique soils. Although overall acreage varies, onions rank among the more reliable staples in Hawaiʻi’s vegetable portfolio, buoyed by robust household and restaurant usage. They typically secure a stable market share, reflecting onions’ essential role in island cooking.