Curated Hawaii Agriculture News
Alexander & Baldwin Inc. REIT Holding Company (ALEX) Soars 15.51% on November 09
equities Alexander & Baldwin Inc. REIT Holding Company (ALEX) had a good day on the market for Monday November 09 as shares jumped 15.51% to close at $14.97. About 755,180 shares traded hands on 6,513 trades for the day, compared with an average daily volume of n/a shares out of a total float of...
Big Island group aims to curtail feral rabbit population
Hawaii Tribune-Herald By STEPHANIE SALMONS Rascally rabbits are wreaking havoc on Hawaii Island, and the Big Island Invasive Species Committee is asking those who spot the animals to report them. BIISC Manager Springer Kaye said there are at least three, but probably four, established feral rabbit populations in Kona and Waimea. According to Kaye,...
How will US President-elect Biden impact shipping?
Seatrade Maritime News by Barry Parker Despite expectations of a massive win by Joe Biden, a Democrat, in the Presidential race, and a big “Blue Wave”, the US elections were remarkably close. Mainstream media waited four days, on the Saturday following the elections, before making their call that Joe Biden had won in the...
US election: what will the maritime sector need from the Biden administration?
Ship Technology by Adele Berti As Joe Biden and Kamala Harris prepare to take over the White House after their success over Donald Trump in the US election, maritime stakeholders are waiting to find out what the ‘blue wave’ they promised during their campaign will mean for them. Having suffered from limited activity due...
Regeneration Is What We All Need Now
Civil Beat By Vincent Mina This is a story about the power of regeneration, and it starts where most everything starts when you’re a farmer: in the soil. If we want vitality in our bodies, we need it in our food. And if we want it in our food, we need it in our...
USAJOBS Daily Search Results for Agriculture jobs in Hawaii for 11/6/2020
Some jobs listed here may no longer be available-the job may have been canceled or may have closed. Click the link for each job to see the full job announcement. Wildlife Biologist Department: Department of Agriculture Agency:Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancy – Honolulu, Hawaii Salary:...
FREE WEBINAR: Arboriculture and Food Security in Hawaii 11-10-20 at 5 pm
Please join this FREE webinar to learn about Hawaiian culture in relation to arboriculture and food systems. Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2020 from 5-6 pm Eligible for 1 Arborist (ISA) and LICT Continuing Education Unit (CEU). Abstract: Although much of the emphasis of Hawaiian agriculture focuses on herbs and shrubs, arboriculture played a substantial...
How chef Peter Merriman fosters a culture of excellence
Pacific Business News By A. Kam Napier There are a couple of reasons why Peter Merriman is our Business Leadership Hawaii 2020 Career Achievement honoree. First, there is his decades-long work as a legend in the industry, as one of the founding members of the Hawaii Regional Cuisine movement in 1991, in which he...
Maui Land & Pine suffers bigger third-quarter loss
Star Advertiser By Andrew Gomes A financial loss widened for Maui Land & Pineapple Co. in the third quarter largely due to COVID-19 mitigation impacts that reduced revenue for the owner of 23,000 acres of land on Maui. Maui Land reported a $633,000 loss in the July-September period, compared with a $9,000 loss in...
USAJOBS Daily Search Results for Agriculture jobs in Hawaii for 11/5/2020
Some jobs listed here may no longer be available-the job may have been canceled or may have closed. Click the link for each job to see the full job announcement. Administrative Operations Specialist Department: Department of Agriculture Agency: Forest Service Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies – Multiple Locations Salary: $43,251.00 to...
Arbor Day expo culminates with drive-thru tree giveaway
The Maui News In partnership with Hawaiian Electric and Kaulunani Urban and Community Forestry Program, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens and the Maui Association of Landscape Professionals will host an extended and virtual Arbor Day Garden Expo from Wednesday to Friday, culminating in an Island wide Nursery Open House and Drive-Thru Tree Giveaway from 9...
USAJOBS Daily Search Results for Agriculture jobs in Hawaii for 11/3/2020
Some jobs listed here may no longer be available-the job may have been canceled or may have closed. Click the link for each job to see the full job announcement. Consumer Safety Inspector Department: Department of Agriculture Agency: Food Safety and Inspection Service Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancy – Kapolei, Hawaii...
Matson profit soars on goods shipped from China
Star Advertiser By Andrew Gomes – Hawaii’s largest ocean cargo transportation firm continued to capitalize on expanded service from China to the mainland and nearly doubled its third-quarter profit. Matson Inc. said in a financial report released today that it earned $70.9 million in the July-September period, up 96% from a $36.2 million profit...
4-H contest gets keiki excited about agriculture
University of Hawaii News – For eight years and running, the Hawaiʻi County 4-H program, part of the Cooperative Extension Service housed in the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR), has found a special way to bring out big smiles from its smallest members: a contest of...
USAJOBS Daily Search Results for Agriculture jobs in Hawaii for 11/2/2020
Student Trainee (Biological Science) Department: Department of Agriculture Agency: Departmental Administration Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies – Multiple Locations Salary: $21,902.40 to $48,318.40 / PH Series and Grade: GS-0499-2/7 Open Period: 2020-11-02 to 2020-11-16 Position Information: Internships – Multiple Schedules Who May Apply: Students...
US election: how has Donald Trump impacted the maritime industry?
Ship Technology by Adele Berti The US is currently bracing for one of the most divisive presidential elections in its history, with Donald Trump and Joe Biden preparing to hit the polls on Tuesday. As the pair approach the end of their race to the White House, maritime stakeholders have a tough decision to...
Poinsettias for holiday color
West Hawaii Today By Norman Bezona – The holiday season usually begins with Halloween and extends to Easter, but this year’s COVID-19 pandemic means we need to be careful of gatherings like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. Perhaps a safer endeavor would be to focus on our gardens! Although it finally feels like fall,...
For the turkey industry, this Thanksgiving is a guessing game.
Hawaii News Now AP – Millions of Americans are expected to have scaled-down celebrations amid the pandemic, heeding official warnings against travel and large indoor gatherings. That leaves anxious turkey farmers and grocers scrambling to predict what people will want on their holiday tables. Kroger — the nation’s largest grocery chain — said its...
Covid Restrictions Create New Norm For Pumpkin Patches
Chaminade Silversword By Dominique Marshall My family has made it an annual tradition to go to the pumpkin patch at Aloun Farms ever since I was a baby. Unfortunately for us, our tradition may not pull through this year because Aloun Farms has decided to cancel the event for the safety of its’ guests....
USDA’s Support for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers
USDA farmers.gov By Sarah Campbell – If you’re new to farming or ranching, access to capital is one of your biggest needs, whether it’s to purchase property or equipment, or to meet operating costs. USDA offers a variety of loans, which can help producers start or grow their operations. We know the need is...
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
- The Dreamy Orchid Farm In Hawaii You’ll Want To Visit This Spring - Only In Your StateThe Dreamy Orchid Farm In Hawaii You’ll Want To Visit This Spring Only In Your State
- State lawmakers grill Hawaii agriculture officials over funding, contracts - KITV HonoluluState lawmakers grill Hawaii agriculture officials over funding, contracts KITV Honolulu
- Hawaii public schools regress in farm-to-plate program - Honolulu Star-AdvertiserHawaii public schools regress in farm-to-plate program Honolulu Star-Advertiser
- State Department of Agriculture shares biosecurity budget wishlist - HawaiipublicradioState Department of Agriculture shares biosecurity budget wishlist Hawaiipublicradio
- Opossum trapped at a big-box store in Iwilei - Spectrum NewsOpossum trapped at a big-box store in Iwilei Spectrum News
- 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 Food Company Responds to City’s Landfill Selection, Emphasizes Agricultural Priorities and Pending Irrigation System Transfer - Business WireDole Food Company Responds to City’s Landfill Selection, Emphasizes Agricultural Priorities and Pending Irrigation System Transfer Business Wire
- 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
- Trump taps Rollins as agriculture chief, completing proposed slate of Cabinet secretaries - Hawaii News NowTrump taps Rollins as agriculture chief, completing proposed slate of Cabinet secretaries Hawaii News Now
- ‘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
- Hawaii Community College boasts state's first drone certification program - Spectrum NewsHawaii Community College boasts state's first drone certification program Spectrum News
- 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
- Bird flu reaches Hawaii, the last state that had escaped it - CBS NewsBird flu reaches Hawaii, the last state that had escaped it CBS News
Hawaii Agriculture Employment
- Farm General Manager - Organic Outdoor FarmAg Jobs. Hawaii About Us: Our organic farm in Haiku is committed to sustainable agriculture and regenerative practices. We aim to create a thriving ecosystem through promoting both compassion and innovation while providing... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 02/06/2025
- Lecturer (Agricultural Business)Ag Jobs. Hawaii, Hilo Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Hilo, HIJob Type: Part-Time TemporaryJob Number: 2024-02600Department: University of Hawai'i at HiloDivision: College of Agriculture, Forestry & Natural Resource ManagementOpening Date: 11/26/2024Closing Date: ContinuousPosition Number::... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 02/06/2025
- Fuel Farm Technician - LIH - Part TimeAg 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: 02/06/2025
- 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