Hawaii Deptment of Agriculture News
- HDOA and County of Hawaii Continue Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Treatments at Kona Airport May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 NR25-11 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA), with the assistance of the County of Hawai‘i Public Works Department (COH-PWD), began another round of treatment of palm trees at the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA) on Tuesday, May 6, in an effort to stop the coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB) from […]Janelle
- Compost Reimbursement Program Releases $427,000 to Assist Agricultural Operations May 6, 2025May 6, 2025 NR25-10 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) Compost Reimbursement Program for Fiscal Year 2025 has completed disbursements totaling $427,670 to 24 Hawai‘i agricultural operations for the purchase and transport of compost in Hawai‘i. Of the 24 businesses, 14 were farming and 10 were landscaping operations, with an average reimbursement of […]Janelle
- Merrie Monarch Travelers Reminded of ʻŌhiʻa Quarantine Restrictions April 17, 2025April 17, 2025 NR25-09 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) is reminding travelers attending the Merrie Monarch Festival next week that quarantine restrictions remain on the transport of ʻōhiʻa from Hawai`i Island due to the fungal plant disease, rapid ʻōhiʻa death (ROD), which is devastating to native forests. The Merrie Monarch Festival takes […]Janelle
- Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Treatments Continue in Kona April 15, 2025April 15, 2025 (revised April 17, 2025) NR25-08 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA), with the assistance of the County of Hawai‘i Public Works Department, have been working collaboratively since January 2025 to combat the coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB) after detections in the Kona area. The HDOA and Hawai‘i County crews completed the […]Janelle
- Local and Mainland Egg Prices Comparable in Latest Data for Honolulu April 1, 2025March 31, 2025 NR25-07 HONOLULU – The price of local and mainland eggs in Honolulu rose significantly in the first quarter of this year. However, the price between local and mainland eggs was comparable, according to latest statistics from the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA), Market Analysis and News Branch (MANB). Since Jan. 1, 2025, […]Janelle
- HDOA Offers Program for Free Treatment of Little Fire Ants for O‘ahu Homeowners March 20, 2025March 20, 2025 NR25-06 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) has opened a free treatment program for little fire ant (LFA) infestations on residential properties on O‘ahu. HDOA’s Plant Quarantine Branch (PQB) has contracted with pest control companies to conduct the treatments on properties under the guidance of PQB inspectors. The $1.1 million […]Janelle
- State Extends Voluntary Pause on Interisland Transport of Birds March 12, 2025Surveillance for Avian Influenza Continues March 12, 2025 NR25-05 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA), in consultation with the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Land and […]Janelle
- Akamai Arrival February 25, 2025 Jason Azus-Richardson
- State Leaders Announce Digitization of Plants and Animals Declaration Form February 25, 2025ʻAkamai Arrival’ Pilot Program to Launch on March 1 on Select Domestic Flights February 24, 2025 HONOLULU – State leaders today announced the launch of ʻAkamai Arrival,’ a pilot program that will digitize Hawaiʻi’s Plants and Animals Declaration Form, streamlining the process for travelers arriving in the islands. The initiative, authorized under Act 196 (2024), […]Janelle
- Honolulu Retail Egg Price Data Released January 30, 2025January 30, 2025 NR25-03 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA), Market Analysis and News Branch (MANB) has released data on retail egg prices in Honolulu, comparing prices between December 2021 and 2024. (https://hdoa.hawaii.gov/add/files/2025/01/Honolulu-Egg-Prices-2021-to-2024final.pdf) The data indicates that between 2021 and 2024, the price for a dozen locally produced eggs rose by 28.4% from […]Janelle
Hawaii Agriculture News
- Lawmakers near final decisions on agricultural crimes, food security, invasive species - Hawaii Public RadioLawmakers near final decisions on agricultural crimes, food security, invasive species Hawaii Public Radio
- Travel With a Pet | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service - aphis.usda.govTravel With a Pet | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service aphis.usda.gov
- How One Man Built a Wellness-Focused Dream House on Hawaii's Big Island - Mansion GlobalHow One Man Built a Wellness-Focused Dream House on Hawaii's Big Island Mansion Global
- Reminder: Transporting ʻōhiʻa from Hawaii Island is illegal - Spectrum NewsReminder: Transporting ʻōhiʻa from Hawaii Island is illegal Spectrum News
- State, county, agencies collaborate to fight CRB on Hawaii Island - Spectrum News NY1State, county, agencies collaborate to fight CRB on Hawaii Island Spectrum News NY1
- Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: April 17–23, 2025 - HONOLULU MagazineYour Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: April 17–23, 2025 HONOLULU Magazine
- State, county, agencies collaborate to fight CRB on Hawaii Island - Spectrum NewsState, county, agencies collaborate to fight CRB on Hawaii Island Spectrum News
- Staff reduction prompts travel advisory at Honolulu airport - Hawaii News NowStaff reduction prompts travel advisory at Honolulu airport Hawaii News Now
- You Could Miss Your Next Hawaii Flight Due To Airport Woes - Beat of HawaiiYou Could Miss Your Next Hawaii Flight Due To Airport Woes Beat of Hawaii
- Trump's actions cut a wide swath across Hawaii's economy - The WeekTrump's actions cut a wide swath across Hawaii's economy The Week
- John White appointed as CEO of Hawai‘i Farm Project to lead agritourism expansion - Maui NowJohn White appointed as CEO of Hawai‘i Farm Project to lead agritourism expansion Maui Now
- Akamai Arrival: Modernizing Hawaiʻi’s Agriculture Declaration Form - Hawaii.govAkamai Arrival: Modernizing Hawaiʻi’s Agriculture Declaration Form Hawaii.gov
- In Hawaii, where 90% of food is imported, farmers who offset imbalance now face cuts - NBC NewsIn Hawaii, where 90% of food is imported, farmers who offset imbalance now face cuts NBC News
- Mānoa: Cultivating Resilience: Conference plants seeds for Hawaiʻi’s future - University of Hawaii SystemMānoa: Cultivating Resilience: Conference plants seeds for Hawaiʻi’s future University of Hawaii System
- Local ag leaders are trying to bring back federal funds for farming, food security - Hawaii Public RadioLocal ag leaders are trying to bring back federal funds for farming, food security Hawaii Public Radio
- Hawaiʻi agriculture officials advocate for island issues at USDA headquarters - Hawaii Public RadioHawaiʻi agriculture officials advocate for island issues at USDA headquarters Hawaii Public Radio
- The Most Expensive Lettuce In Hawaii? Billionaire Larry Ellison’s $24/Lb Experiment. - Beat of HawaiiThe Most Expensive Lettuce In Hawaii? Billionaire Larry Ellison’s $24/Lb Experiment. Beat of Hawaii
- Hawaii Is Trying to End a Major Frustration for Travelers - Fodors Travel GuideHawaii Is Trying to End a Major Frustration for Travelers Fodors Travel Guide
- Agricultural declaration form is now digital for travelers to Hawaii - The Points GuyAgricultural declaration form is now digital for travelers to Hawaii The Points Guy
- ‘Akamai Arrival’ — Hawaii launches new digital agriculture declaration form - The Garden Island Newspaper‘Akamai Arrival’ — Hawaii launches new digital agriculture declaration form The Garden Island Newspaper
Hawaii Agriculture Employment
- Assistant Professor (Horticulture/Entomology) (0082684)Ag Jobs. Hawaii, Hilo Salary: $0.00 Semi-MonthlyLocation : Hilo, HIJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: 2025-00748Department: University of Hawai'i at HiloDivision: College of Agriculture, Forestry & Natural Resource ManagementOpening Date: 03/27/2025Closing Date: ContinuousPosition Number:: 0082684DescriptionTitle:... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/16/2025
- Seasonal Agriculture SupportAg Jobs. Hawaii, Kunia Details: Job Title: Seasonal Agriculture SupportLocation: Kunia (Oahu) Hawaii LOCAL CANDIDATES. Relocation not available.Zip Code: 96759Start Date: Right AwayKeywords: #agriculturejobsJOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with harvesting, delivering samples from the field Gathering... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/16/2025
- Agronomy Research TechnicianAg Jobs. Hawaii At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - leading... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/15/2025
- IPM Associate IIBayer. Hawaii, Kihei At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/14/2025
- Diversified Agriculture Technician - Moli'iAg Jobs. Hawaii Join a company that is involved in many diverse operations in one of the most beautiful places in Hawai'i. Kualoa Ranch Hawai'i has enjoyed a proud past and looks forward... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/14/2025
- Botanical Field Biologist / Horticultural Technician Pohakuloa Training Area HIAg Jobs. Hawaii Posting DetailsPosting Detail Information Working Title Botanical Field Biologist / Horticultural Technician Pohakuloa Training Area HI Position Location Pohakuloa Training Area (PTA), Hawaii Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person Research... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/14/2025
- Pest Control Specialist and EHS Food SafetyAg Jobs. Hawaii, Kapolei Position OverviewAs a Warehouse EHS & Pest Control Specialist, you will successfully integrate EHS and Pest Control into the functional operation of the facility by implementing systems, processes, and procedures... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/13/2025
- INSTITUTION FARM ACTIVITY LEADER - HAWAII YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITY - KAILUA, OAHUAg Jobs. Hawaii Salary: $4,645.00 MonthlyLocation : Island of OahuJob Type: VariousJob Number: 25-0176Department: Human ServicesOpening Date: 05/10/2025Closing Date: ContinuousMax Number of Applicants: 25 Recruitment Information Recruitment Number: 25-0176The current vacancy is with... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/12/2025
- Lecturer, CC (Agriculture)Ag Jobs. Hawaii, Lihue Salary: $0.00 Semi-MonthlyLocation : Lihue, HIJob Type: Part-Time TemporaryJob Number: 2025-00674Department: Kaua'i Community College - (Lecturers) Academic AffairsDivision: Applied Workforce TechnologyOpening Date: 03/22/2025Closing Date: ContinuousPosition Number:: PendingDescription Title: Lecturer, CC... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/11/2025
- AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH TECHNICIAN III AND IV - KAMUELA / KOHALA / WAIKOLOA - HAWAII ISLANDAg Jobs. Hawaii Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Island of HawaiiJob Type: VariousJob Number: 25-0134Department: University of HawaiiOpening Date: 03/22/2025Closing Date: Continuous Recruitment Information Recruitment Number 25-0134Salary:Level III: $3,484 to $4,409 per month... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/11/2025
- IPM Associate IIBayer. Hawaii, Kunia At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/10/2025
- Agronomic Research Specialist II (Field Nursery, data/workflow)Bayer. Hawaii, Kihei At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 05/10/2025