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Aloun Farms Pumpkin Festival
CANCELLED: PUMPKIN FESTIVAL & EDUCATIONAL TOURS 2020 Thank you for your understanding in having to cancel our 2020 pumpkin festival and educational tours this year due to the ongoing pandemic. if you would like to order our pumpkins online, click here or visit your local grocery store. mahalo!...
Help restaurants stay in business
Star Advertiser Editorial – As Honolulu tries for a second time to recover from COVID-19’s crushing impact on the kamaaina economy, restaurants are now reopening — as they did the first time — with tables set at least 6 feet apart and protective partitions in place for dining at 50% capacity. However, under the...
FSMA Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training: Oct.5-7 via Zoom
Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training October 5-7, 2020 (Monday-Wednesday) 4:00 pm –7:00 pm Online via Zoom Video Conferencing REGISTER ONLINE BY September 28th: https://hawaiioctoberpsa2020.eventbrite.com DOWNLOAD THE FLYER WHO SHOULD ATTEND This training is open to commercial growers subject to the FSMA Produce Safety Rule. Fruit and Vegetable Farmers interested in learning about produce safety,...
$20 Million Allocated Toward MauiCARES Task Force Recommendations
MAUINOW Maui Mayor Michael Victorino announced that the County of Maui has allocated more than $20 million in CARES Act funds toward recommendations made by his MauiCARES Task Force. The MauiCARES Task Force consisted of more than 30 industry leaders, who identified areas of need and economic recovery opportunities during meetings from July 8...
Haiku association to discuss water plan Thursday
The Maui News Council to take up proposal Oct. 9 A meeting to discuss the proposed Maui Water Use and Development Plan will be hosted by the Ha’iku Community Association in a virtual town hall from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday. Haiku Community Association Vice Chairwoman Lezley Jacintho said that the association has received...
7 Fall Drinks to Look Forward to
Chaminade Silversword By Dominique Marshall, Staff Writer When you think of fall, some of the things that come to mind are pumpkin patches, sunflower fields, the changing of the leaves, and fall drinks. Especially in Hawaii, fall drinks are used as a way to signify the beginning of fall because we don’t get to...
Richest Farms Reap Bulk of U.S. Agriculture Aid, Study Shows
Bloomburg By Kim Chipman As Republicans and Democrats in Washington try to settle a high-stakes dispute over agriculture aid, a study shows the bulk of billions of dollars in U.S. subsidies going to the country’s biggest and richest farms. In the 2018-2019 crop years, more than half of about $23 billion in payments from...
Trick-or-treating, costume masks and Halloween parties discouraged by CDC this year
KITV4 By Shelby Lin Erdman, CNN The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued its first guidance for the holidays, including Halloween, amid the raging coronavirus pandemic in a new posting on its website Monday night. Door-to-door trick-or-treating and costume masks and parties are discouraged this year due to the pandemic, the...
Hawaiian Airlines: Relief May Finally Be on the Way
NASDAQ Adam Levine-Weinberg The Motley Fool While 2020 has been an awful year for every major airline, it has been especially bad for Hawaiian Holdings (NASDAQ: HA). In late March, the Hawaii state government countered the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic by imposing a 14-day mandatory quarantine on everyone arriving in the state. Naturally,...
Maui farmers frustrated over delay in COVID-19 grant distribution
KITV4 Island News by 'A'ali'i Dukelow Maui County has promised $2.5 million in grant money for small farms facing financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding was approved in the budget back in June for the 2021 fiscal year starting July 1. Since then, farmers have been left wondering why the funding has not...
Do Traders View Alexander & Baldwin Inc (Hawaii) (ALEX) Stock’s Current Trend Positively?
InvestorsObserver Analysts More About Alexander & Baldwin Inc (Hawaii) Alexander & Baldwin Inc operates in the real estate sector. It functions through three segments namely Commercial Real Estate, Land Operations, and Construction. The Commercial Real Estate segment owns and manages retail, industrial and office properties in Hawaii and on the Mainland, thereby accounting for...
Three things to watch as farm aid floodgates reopen
POLITICO Weekly Agriculture By RYAN MCCRIMMON WELCOME TO WEEKLY AGRICULTURE! We hope everyone enjoyed some football and fall weather this weekend. Today marks the start of another round of stimulus checks to farmers and ranchers, up to $14 billion in total, as Washington continues flooding the agriculture industry with record levels of taxpayer aid....
Planning Department opposes wedding business in Holualoa’s coffee farming region
West Hawaii Today By Nancy Cook Lauer The county Planning Department is recommending the Leeward Planning Commission deny an after-the-fact permit for a wedding venue in the coffee-growing region of Holualoa. Douglas and Kathryn Hickey have grown coffee at Sunshower Farm for the past seven years, and for the past three, were supplementing their...
Trick-or-What? Pandemic Halloween is a mixed bag all around
Hawaii Tribune Herald By LEANNE ITALIE Associated Press NEW YORK — Roving grown-ups tossing candy at kids waiting on lawns. Drive-thru Halloween haunts. Yard parties instead of block parties and parades. Wider paths through corn mazes. The family holiday so many look forward to each year is going to look different in the pandemic...
Coffee Rust Is Going to Ruin Your Morning
The Atlantic Story by Maryn McKenna In the southern corner of Guatemala, outside the tiny mountain town of San Pedro Yepocapa, Elmer Gabriel’s coffee plants ought to be leafed-out and gleaming. It is a week before Christmas, the heart of the coffee-harvesting season, and if his bushes were healthy, they would look like holiday...
Hemp Farmers Now Eligible For USDA Coronavirus Relief Program
Marijuana Moment By Kyle Jaeger The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on Friday that it is expanding its coronavirus relief program for farmers—and this time around, hemp cultivators are eligible for benefits. In May, USDA said it would be making $19 billion available for agriculture producers to assist them amid the pandemic. But...
Virtual Garlic Production Workshop
Monday September 28, 2020 3:30pm-5:00pm REGISTER AT: https://tinyurl.com/garlicworkshop Workshop will provide information on: Best management practices for field production of garlic such as field prep, planting, fertility management, pest identification and management, harvesting, and curing. Vernalization process and storage Varieties with potential for commercial production in Hawaii Variety trial results from Kula, Maui and...
Coffee Borer Found for First Time on Hawaiian Island of Kauai
Daily Coffee News by Nick Brown Coffee’s greatest living pest, the coffee berry borer (CBB), has been discovered for the first time on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, home to the largest coffee farm in the United States. Thus far, the privately owned Kauai Coffee company — which maintains some 4 million coffee trees...
The 50 Best Pumpkin Patches in the Country, According to Yelp
Face masks and social distancing procedures still apply. BY AMY SCHULMAN Chowhound Best Pumpkin Patch in Every State, According to Yelp Pyrah’s Pioneer Peak, Butte, Alaska Griffin Farms, West Blocton, Alabama Farmland Adventures, Springdale, Arkansas Marana Pumpkin Patch & Farm Festival, Marana, Arizona Venegas Family Farms, Ontario, California Rock Creek Farm, Broomfield, Colorado Plasko’s...
Livestock brands need to re-register
West Hawaii Today Owners of livestock brands in Hawaii have until Dec. 31 to re-register their brands with the state Department of Agriculture or risk losing their rights to their brands. Hawaii law requires owners of livestock in the state to register their brand to secure its validity and individuality. While it is not...
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
- Hawaii public schools regress in farm-to-plate program - Hawaii Tribune-HeraldHawaii public schools regress in farm-to-plate program Hawaii Tribune-Herald
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- USDA confirms domestic flock infected with bird flu in Hawaii - ReutersUSDA confirms domestic flock infected with bird flu in Hawaii Reuters
- 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
- DHHL makes largest agricultural lot offering since the late 1980s - Hawaii Tribune-HeraldDHHL makes largest agricultural lot offering since the late 1980s Hawaii Tribune-Herald
- 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
- 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