At the present time there is increasing interest in Hawaiian and Polynesian history and culture. There is a movement in Hawaii to restore the Islands' separate identity. Although the volcanic soil remains very fertile, the importance of agriculture in Hawaii's economy has declined. Other produce includes macadamia nuts, bananas, guava, mangoes, corn and Kona coffee. Cattle, pigs and sheep are bred and all the meat and dairy produce is eaten on the islands.
Fishing remains an important part of the island economy.
Although some fish for consumption has to be imported, tuna is a significant catch for the islanders. The abundance of fish around the islands is a major attraction for tourists. Industrial processing of sugar and pineapples, along with canning of fruit and fish provide employment. A proportion of the macadamia nut crop is used in a local candy factory which makes chocolate and macadamia sweets. Clothing and textiles are produced for export, Hawaii also has a publishing and printing industry.