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Makapueo Farms is a family owned and operated mill, who provides milling and export services for nearby farmers in North and South Kona. Betsy Astronomo passed down the farm to her daughter, Mamo. Mamo planted majority of the existing coffee and tended to the plants. In 2002, Mamo unexpectedly passed away, and the farm began to deteriorate. In 2003, Mamo’s son, Kaipo Sheen, the current owner and manager, returned to restore and grow Makapueo Farms. Because other local farmers needed support, Kaipo established a cooperative, as well as programs for farmers to learn about techniques and quality control. The farm conserves water and uses natural fertilizers. Makapueo Farm has grown by leaps and bounds, and has control of the entire process--the planting, the harvesting, and the export.