The largest private landowner on the island of Maui is Mahi Pono, an agricultural enterprise that acquired approximately 41,000 acres of former sugar plantation land following the exit of Alexander & Baldwin. Mahi Pono utilizes these vast tracts stretching from Central Maui to the North Shore for diversified agricultural projects, food security initiatives, and sustainable crop production. Other major private landowners include historic family-owned operations like Haleakala Ranch and Ulupalakua Ranch, alongside corporate entities like Maui Land & Pineapple.