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Hawaii State Legislature SB335 – Measure Title: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE
Measure Status – SB335 – Measure Title: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE. – Report Title: Department of Agriculture; Agribusiness Development Corporation; Diversified Agriculture; Leased Lands; Reporting Requirements; Local Food Production; Enterprise – Description: Requires the Department of Agriculture and Agribusiness Development Corporation to annually lease at least fifty per cent of land leased or up for...
Hawaii State Legislature HB827 – Measure Title: RELATING TO AGRICULTURE
Measure Status – HB827 Report Title: Department of Agriculture; Agribusiness Development Corporation; Diversified Agriculture; Leased Lands; Reporting Requirements; Local Food Production; Enterprise – Description: Requires the Department of Agriculture and Agribusiness Development Corporation to annually lease at least fifty per cent of land leased or up for lease renewal to operations whose primary business...
USAJOBS Daily Saved Search Results for Agriculture jobs for 1/29/2021
Import Specialist – Department: Department of Homeland Security – Agency: Customs and Border Protection – Hiring Organization: Office of Field Operations Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies – Multiple Locations Salary: $53,433.00 to $69,462.00 / PA Series and Grade: GS-1889-9 Open Period: 2021-01-29 to 2021-02-04 Position Information: Permanent – Full-Time Who May...
Biggest agricultural exports in every state
Mooresville Tribune – Andrew Lisa – Using 2019 agricultural export data from the USDA, Stacker developed a list of each state’s top agricultural exports and ranked them against all states. The USDA estimates agricultural commodity exports based on U.S. farm-cash-receipts data. There are more than 2 million farms in the United States, about 98%...
USAJOBS Daily Saved Search Results for Agriculture jobs for 1/28/2021
Supervisory Plant Protection and Quarantine Officer (Mid-Level Manager) Department: Department of Agriculture Agency:Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancy – Kailua Kona, Hawaii Salary: $79,901.00 to $103,875.00 / PA Series and Grade: GS-0401-12 Open Period: 2021-01-28 to 2021-02-03 Position Information: Permanent – Full-Time Who May Apply: Career...
5 ways the Biden administration can bridge the divide between rural and urban America
Business Insider by Ann Eisenberg, Jessica A. Shoemaker, and Lisa R. Pruitt , The Conversation It’s no secret that rural and urban people have grown apart culturally and economically in recent years. A quick glance at the media — especially social media — confirms an ideological gap has also widened. City folks have long...
Economists: Agribusiness Development Corp. Is A ‘Fiasco’
Civil Beat By Stewart Yerton The report by University of Hawaii economists follows a critical report by the Hawaii State Auditor. A week after a scathing audit concluded that the Hawaii Agribusiness Development Corp. is failing to fulfill its mission to transform Hawaii’s agriculture industry, the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization reached the...
Planting crops — and carbon, too
Washington Post – Story by Gabriel Popkin – Maryland farmer Trey Hill pulled in a healthy haul of corn last fall and then immediately planted rye, turnips, clover and other species, which are now spreading a lush green carpet over the soil. While his grandfather, who started the family farm along the Chesapeake Bay,...
Activists Rally At Capitol To Support Local Farmers
Civil Beat by Claire Caulfield Farmers and activists gathered at the Hawaii State Capitol Wednesday to call on lawmakers to provide more land and resources to subsistence farmers. “Since 1959 they’ve pitted the military, tourism and development against agriculture,” said Daniel Anthony, a taro farmer and one of the organizers of the event. “What...
USAJOBS Daily Saved Search Results for Agriculture jobs for 1/19/2021
Environmental Scientist, ZP-0401-3 (Direct Hire) – Department: Department of Commerce – Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancy – Honolulu, Hawaii Salary: $66,662.00 to $103,875.00 / PA Series and Grade: ZP-0401-3 Open Period: 2021-01-19 to 2021-01-25T00:00:00Z Position Information: Permanent – Full-Time Who May Apply: Career transition...
Can we finally standardize ESG standards?
GreenBiz By Tim Mohin Most GreenBiz readers are well aware of the complex sustainability reporting landscape. It seems like every year new reporting standards or frameworks are added to the overstuffed workload of the corporate sustainability professional. As the former chief executive of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), I had a role in the...
Case Re-Introduces Bills to Attack Key Driver of Hawai’i’s High Cost of Living
His proposals would amend the century-old Jones Act to combat monopolies in domestic shipping – (Honolulu, HI) – Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) re-introduced three bills in Congress to reform the century-old Merchant Marine Act of 1920 (commonly referred to as the “Jones Act”), which is widely credited with artificially inflating the cost of shipping...
Farm workers still don’t get paid for overtime in most places: “This is the very definition of structural racism”
The Counter – by H. Claire Brown – Experts say a policy change is both fair and feasible. When will it happen? – Last year, New York joined a handful of other states, including California, Minnesota, Hawaii, Washington, and Maryland in granting overtime pay to farm workers. Yet as the law took effect on...
Rep. Ed Case’s bills take aim at reforming Jones Act
Star-Advertiser – U.S. Rep. Ed Case of Hawaii said today he has reintroduced three bills in Congress to reform the Jones Act, which many critics say is responsible for artificially inflating the cost of shipping goods to the state. “These three bills are meant to end a century of monopolistic closed market domestic cargo...
Auditor: State Agriculture Agency Is Failing To Fulfill Mission
Civil Beat By Stewart Yerton After 25 years, the Agribusiness Development Corp. hasn’t helped Hawaii re-fashion former sugar and pineapple plantations into viable economic engines, audit says. The state agency set up to help convert Hawaii’s agriculture lands from plantations producing mainly pineapple and sugar for export to more economically viable farms growing a...
Crop Block Grant Program accepting applications
West Hawaii Today The state Department of Agriculture Market Development Branch is now accepting grant proposals under the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) for fiscal year 2021. This block grant program under the U.S. Department of Agriculture is administered through the state and aims to strengthen markets and expand economic opportunities for local...
30 Years Without a Plan — Auditor Rips Agribusiness Development Corp.
Hawaii Free Press – Audit of the Agribusiness Development Corporation – Auditor’s Summary — Report No. 21-01 – From Hawaii State Auditor, January 14, 2021 – More than 25 years after its creation, we found an agency that is generally unaware of its unique powers and exemptions, and has done little – if anything...
Statement of Congressman Ed Case Before the Full U.S. House of Representatives Introducing Bills To Modernize The Jones Act
Madam Speaker, today I introduce three bills to end a century of monopolistic closed market domestic cargo shipping to and from my isolated home state of Hawai‘i as well as the other island and separated jurisdictions of our country not part of the continental United States. In doing so, we will break the stranglehold...
HAF EAT THINK DRINK Virtual Event – Reimagining Tourism
KHON2 – The Hawaii Agricultural Foundation invites you to Eat Think Drink for an important conversation about Reimagining Tourism in 2021. Hawaii Agricultural Foundation’s virtual event, EAT THINK DRINK: Reimagining Tourism 2021 – Sustaining Our Future will bring stakeholders together for this community conversation on Tuesday, January 12 at 6pm. “EAT THINK DRINK is...
USAJOBS Daily Saved Search Results for Agriculture jobs for 1/8/2021
Soil Conservationist (Direct Hire) – Department: Department of Agriculture – Agency: Natural Resources Conservation Service Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies – Multiple Locations Salary: $35,265.00 to $71,625.00 / PA Series and Grade: GS-0457-5/9 Open Period: 2021-01-08 to 2021-07-15 Position Information: Permanent – Full-Time Who May Apply: Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL),...
Hawaii Deptment of Agriculture News
- 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
- Increased Biosecurity Urged to Protect Birds from Avian Influenza January 17, 2025Jan. 17, 2025 NR25-02 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) Animal Industry Division (AID) is again urging commercial poultry operations and backyard bird owners to increase biosecurity measures to protect their flocks from avian influenza. Earlier this week, the Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) reported very low-level detections of H5 influenza in wastewater […]Janelle
- Opossum Trapped at Store in Kona January 8, 2025January 7, 2025 NR25-01 HONOLULU – An opossum was caught at a big-box store in Kona over the weekend. The store contacted the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) at about 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 4, and reported that they had trapped an opossum in an animal trap. An agriculture inspector from the Plant Quarantine […]Janelle
- Avian Influenza Information December 23, 2024 Jason Azus-Richardson
- Opossum Trapped at Store in Iwilei December 19, 2024Dec. 18, 2024 NR24-39 HONOLULU – A third opossum has been captured in Honolulu this year. Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) plant quarantine inspectors trapped the opossum overnight at a big-box store in Iwilei. The Plant Quarantine Branch received a report of an opossum on Thursday afternoon, Dec. 12, from a passerby who saw an […]Janelle
- State Agencies Respond to Avian Flu with Voluntary 90-Day Bird Movement Pause December 13, 2024Dec. 13, 2024 NR24-38 HONOLULU – In response to the detection of the avian flu virus in Hawai‘i’s wastewater and wild birds, state agencies are urging the public to voluntarily pause the interisland movement of poultry and other bird species for 90 days, effective immediately. This recommendation follows the suggestion of Moloka‘i State Senator and […]Janelle
- $2.6 Million Awarded for Grants to Support Food System Infrastructure Projects December 5, 2024Dec. 4, 2024 NR24-37 HONOLULU – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced awards for 17 Hawai‘i projects totaling $2.6 million under the Resilient Food System Infrastructure (RFSI) program. The RFSI program is aimed at strengthening middle-of-the-supply chain operations and local food systems by supporting processing, manufacturing, storing, transportation, wholesaling and distribution of agricultural […]Janelle
- Avian Influenza Confirmed in Wild Duck on North Shore of O‘ahu November 26, 2024Nov. 25, 2024 NR24-36 HONOLULU – The National Veterinary Services Laboratories today confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a wild duck on O‘ahu’s North Shore. USDA-Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Wildlife Services (USDA-APHIS-WS) reports that the bird, a hybrid duck (part mallard), was among 10 wild bird samples collected from the North Shore. […]Janelle
- News Releases 2025 November 24, 2024Jan. 30, 2025 – NR25-03 Honolulu Egg Price Data Released Jan. 17, 2025 – NR25-02 Increased Biosecurity Urged to Protect Birds from Avian Influenza Jan. 7, 2025 – NR25-01 Opossum Trapped at Store in KonaJanelle
- DOH Investigates Human Contacts to Infected H5N1 Flocks – No Humans in Hawaiʻi Tested Positive for Avian Influenza November 22, 2024Nov. 21, 2024 The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health (DOH) is investigating human contacts to the flock infected with H5N1. No humans in Hawaiʻi have tested positive for avian influenza at this time. To date, 54 individuals have been investigated for potential exposure. Of those, 34 were offered testing because of unprotected exposure (meaning without […]Janelle
Hawaii Agriculture News
- Egg prices in Honolulu increase because of concerns about avian flu - Spectrum NewsEgg prices in Honolulu increase because of concerns about avian flu Spectrum News
- State lawmakers grill Hawaii agriculture officials over funding, contracts - KITV HonoluluState lawmakers grill Hawaii agriculture officials over funding, contracts KITV Honolulu
- State Sen. Lynn DeCoite discusses agriculture priorities, Mokulele Airlines service - Hawaii News NowState Sen. Lynn DeCoite discusses agriculture priorities, Mokulele Airlines service Hawaii News Now
- Opossum trapped at a big-box store in Kona - Spectrum NewsOpossum trapped at a big-box store in Kona Spectrum News
- Hawaii public schools regress in farm-to-plate program - West Hawaii TodayHawaii public schools regress in farm-to-plate program West Hawaii Today
- Opossum trapped at a big-box store in Iwilei - Spectrum NewsOpossum trapped at a big-box store in Iwilei Spectrum News
- Hawai‘i Needs To Get More Serious About Food Security - Honolulu Civil BeatHawai‘i Needs To Get More Serious About Food Security Honolulu Civil Beat
- Honolulu City Council overhauls land use rules for housing, agriculture and business - HawaiipublicradioHonolulu City Council overhauls land use rules for housing, agriculture and business Hawaiipublicradio
- Dole Hawaii Pushes Back on Landfill Plans, Prioritizes Agricultural Land Protection - StockTitanDole Hawaii Pushes Back on Landfill Plans, Prioritizes Agricultural Land Protection StockTitan
- 6 invasive animals that snuck into Hawaii in 2024 - Spectrum News6 invasive animals that snuck into Hawaii in 2024 Spectrum News
- Ag Crime Is More Than Stolen Fruit. For Some, It's Life And Death - Honolulu Civil BeatAg Crime Is More Than Stolen Fruit. For Some, It's Life And Death Honolulu Civil Beat
- State has veterinarian shortage as it responds to avian flu - Hawaii News NowState has veterinarian shortage as it responds to avian flu Hawaii News Now
- DHHL awards 68 agricultural lots - Spectrum NewsDHHL awards 68 agricultural lots Spectrum News
- DHHL AWARDS AGRICULTURAL LOTS ON HAWAIʻI ISLAND - Department of Hawaiian Home LandsDHHL AWARDS AGRICULTURAL LOTS ON HAWAIʻI ISLAND Department of Hawaiian Home Lands
- ‘Something is wrong.’ Kaimuki resident alerts agriculture officials after mystery bird deaths - Hawaii News Now‘Something is wrong.’ Kaimuki resident alerts agriculture officials after mystery bird deaths Hawaii News Now
- Snake found slithering inside Hawaii Christmas tree shipment - Fox WeatherSnake found slithering inside Hawaii Christmas tree shipment Fox Weather
- Snake found in a shipping container of Christmas trees - Spectrum NewsSnake found in a shipping container of Christmas trees Spectrum News
- Hawaii reports first avian flu outbreak in poultry as surge continues on California farms - University of Minnesota Twin CitiesHawaii reports first avian flu outbreak in poultry as surge continues on California farms University of Minnesota Twin Cities
- As state investigates possible bird flu case, farmers worry about impact to local agriculture - Hawaii News NowAs state investigates possible bird flu case, farmers worry about impact to local agriculture Hawaii News Now
- Glut? Shortage? Hawaii Farmers Navigate A Tricky Taro Market - Honolulu Civil BeatGlut? Shortage? Hawaii Farmers Navigate A Tricky Taro Market Honolulu Civil Beat
Hawaii Agriculture Employment
- Operations GuideBayer. 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: 02/05/2025
- Farm Machinery & Equipment SpecialistAg Jobs. Hawaii, Waianae Reports To: Director of Farm Operations & Farm General ManagerLevel: WaenaOrganization:MA'O Organic Farms (MA'O), located in Lualualei Valley, Wai'anae, is a social enterprise of the Wai'anae Community Re-Development Corporation (WCRC),... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 02/05/2025
- Women's Health Specialist - O'ahu, HIBayer. Hawaii, Honolulu Women's Health Specialist - O'ahu, HI PURPOSE Bayer is expanding in its efforts to advance its mission "Health for All, Hunger for None." The Women's Health Specialist (WHS) will be... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 02/04/2025
- RA Agronomy-IPMAg Jobs. Hawaii, Waimea The Research Associate Integrated Pest Management (IPM) will be responsible for IPM activities as a part of Agronomy team at Corteva Agriscience Hawaii, to successfully deliver high quality research productions... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 02/04/2025
- Freight Farm Manager - MauiAg Jobs. Hawaii, Lahaina Mission & About UsHale Kipa provides opportunities and environments that strengthen and encourage youth, their families and communities to actualize their potential and social responsibility.Since 1970, Hale Kipa has championed... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 02/02/2025
- Assistant Extension Agent (Urban Horticulture)(0082139)Ag Jobs. Hawaii, Kahului Location : Kahului, HIJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: 2024-02370Department: University of Hawai'i at Manoa - College of Tropical Agriculture and Human ResilienceDivision: Tropical Plant and Soil SciencesOpening Date: 10/24/2024Closing Date:... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 02/01/2025
- Fuel Farm Technician- OGGAg Jobs. Hawaii, Kahului Job DescriptionPersons employed as a Fuel Farm Technician is expected to:Receive/dispatch jet fuel, gasoline, diesel fuel, avgas and glycol via pipeline and/or trucks. Sample and test products for quality control,... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 02/01/2025
- Fuel Farm Technician - LIHAg Jobs. Hawaii, Lihue Job DescriptionPersons employed as a Fuel Farm Technician is expected to:Receive/dispatch jet fuel, gasoline, diesel fuel, avgas and glycol via pipeline and/or trucks. Sample and test products for quality control,... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 02/01/2025
- Landscaper on a lush Certified Organic Farm in East MauiAg Jobs. Hawaii Are you passionate about gardening in paradise? Join our team in our certified organic and beautiful retreat center (haleakua.org)here in East Maui where your expertise in mowing, weeding, mulching, planting,... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 01/31/2025
- Geotechnical (Soils and/or Concrete) Special Inspectors - HIAg Jobs. Hawaii, Aiea Description RMA is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 01/31/2025
- Security Officer - Cattle RanchAg Jobs. Hawaii, Kamuela OverviewAllied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 01/30/2025
- Farm Team CoordinatorAg Jobs. Hawaii Great opportunity for passionate enthusiastic visionary team player at established certified organic tropical farm near Twin Falls and Haiku. Salary/benefits based on experience and education , attractive housing possiblitiesPart-time or... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 01/28/2025