Hawaii Deptment of Agriculture News
- New Interim Rule Continues Restrictions on the Movement of Palm Plants and Organic Material That May Contain Coconut Rhinoceros Beetles October 12, 2024October 11, 2024 NR24-29 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) today established a new interim rule to help stop the movement of the coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB) from designated CRB-infested areas to non-infested areas in the state. Today, the Advisory Committee on Plants and Animals recommended approval of a new interim rule that […]Janelle
- Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Found in Waikoloa Trap September 21, 2024September 21, 2024 NR24-28 HONOLULU – A single coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB) has been found in a trap this week by the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) during routine monitoring in Waikoloa on Hawai‘i Island. This is the first detection of CRB on the island since October 2023 when a Waikoloa resident reported finding a […]Janelle
- Hawaii to Receive $525,000 for Federal Specialty Crop Grants September 4, 2024September 4, 2024 NR24-27 HONOLULU – Hawai‘i has been awarded $524,773 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) under its 2024 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). Through this grant program, the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) will fund nine projects that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crop products and create new market opportunities for […]Janelle
- Opossum Captured at Kalihi Freight Company August 21, 2024August 20, 2024 NR24-26 HONOLULU – Another live opossum has been captured in Honolulu. Freight workers in Kalihi were unloading construction material from a 40-foot shipping container yesterday afternoon and spotted an animal that looked like a very large rat run and hide inside the container. The employees closed the container and reported it to […]Janelle
- EPA Issues Emergency Stop Order on Use of Pesticide Dacthal August 7, 2024August 6, 2024 NR24-25 HONOLULU – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ordered the emergency suspension on the use of the pesticide dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate (DCPA or Dacthal) under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). The rarely used emergency suspension was issued today due to serious health risks, especially to unborn babies of […]Janelle
- Hawaii Department of Agriculture to get $375,000 for Brown Tree Snake Interdiction Programs August 3, 2024August 2, 2024 NR24-24 HONOLULU – The U.S. Department of Interior (USDOI) has approved $375,000 in funding to the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) for efforts to prevent the introduction of the brown tree snake (BTS), which is the top invasive species threat to Hawai‘i. The funds awarded to Hawai‘i are part of more than […]Janelle
- Live Opossum Captured in Downtown Honolulu July 17, 2024July 17, 2024 NR24-23 HONOLULU – A live opossum was captured early this morning outside a downtown office building. An office worker in the area saw the opossum on a window ledge in the gated doorway outside the Austin Building at 223 S. King St. (former Hawaiian Electric Company building) and reported it to the […]Janelle
- Hawaii Department of Agriculture Announces Record Funding for Biosecurity Measures and Invasive Species Programs July 15, 2024July 15, 2024 NR24-22 HONOLULU – Record funding for biosecurity measures approved by the state Legislature this year will expand the state’s efforts to stop the spread of invasive species such as little fire ants, the coconut rhinoceros beetle and coqui frogs, the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture (HDOA) announced today. “This legislation is a necessary […]Janelle
- HDOA Opens Micro-Grant Program for Small-Scale Agriculture July 12, 2024July 11, 2024 NR24-21 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) is now accepting applications for the popular Micro-Grant for Food Security Program (MGFSP). This is the fourth year of the grant program which provides support for small-scale gardening, herding and livestock operations to increase the quantity and quality of locally grown food in […]Janelle
- Hawaii Department of Agriculture to Collect Unwanted Pesticides from Farms and Other Commercial Users on Lanai July 9, 2024July 9, 2024 NR24-20 HONOLULU – The Pesticides Branch of the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) is extending its free pesticide disposal program to the island of Lāna‘i in August. Lāna‘i farmers and other commercial users of pesticides may safely dispose of canceled, suspended, unwanted or unlabeled pesticides, but pre-registration is required. This statewide Pesticides Disposal […]Janelle
Hawaii Agriculture News
- Revitalizing Hawaii With Agroecology And Agroforestry - Honolulu Civil BeatRevitalizing Hawaii With Agroecology And Agroforestry Honolulu Civil Beat
- Hawaii Farmers Unite For More Ag Agency Funding - Honolulu Civil BeatHawaii Farmers Unite For More Ag Agency Funding Honolulu Civil Beat
- The Future of Agriculture in Hawai’i in the Era of Climate Change 10.25.24 - Honolulu Civil BeatThe Future of Agriculture in Hawai’i in the Era of Climate Change 10.25.24 Honolulu Civil Beat
- UH Starts Raising Marine Animals In Manoa To Grow Hawaii’s Aquaculture Industry - Honolulu Civil BeatUH Starts Raising Marine Animals In Manoa To Grow Hawaii’s Aquaculture Industry Honolulu Civil Beat
- Hawaii Has Gone Down Under For Invasive Species Advice – Again - Honolulu Civil BeatHawaii Has Gone Down Under For Invasive Species Advice – Again Honolulu Civil Beat
- AES Hawaii Introduces The Nā Pua Makani Wind Farm to Hawaii’s Community - KHON2AES Hawaii Introduces The Nā Pua Makani Wind Farm to Hawaii’s Community KHON2
- Hawai‘i Farmers Union 14th annual convention on Oct. 4-6 - Maui NewsHawai‘i Farmers Union 14th annual convention on Oct. 4-6 Maui News
- Registration now open for Hawaii Agriculture Conference - Pacific Business NewsRegistration now open for Hawaii Agriculture Conference Pacific Business News
- Hawaii receives $524,773 in federal funding for specialty crop projects - FreshPlaza.comHawaii receives $524,773 in federal funding for specialty crop projects FreshPlaza.com
- Maui farmers, livestock workers can receive $600 in COVID relief. Here’s how to apply - Hawaii News NowMaui farmers, livestock workers can receive $600 in COVID relief. Here’s how to apply Hawaii News Now
- Here’s how Hawaii farm workers can pre-register for $600 COVID-19 relief payments - KITV HonoluluHere’s how Hawaii farm workers can pre-register for $600 COVID-19 relief payments KITV Honolulu
- Hawaii’s Only Coconut Farm Is A Natural Oasis Just Begging To Be Visited - Only In Your StateHawaii’s Only Coconut Farm Is A Natural Oasis Just Begging To Be Visited Only In Your State
- Concerns over Hawaiʻi Island agriculture tax program prompt roll-out delays - HawaiipublicradioConcerns over Hawaiʻi Island agriculture tax program prompt roll-out delays Hawaiipublicradio
- Ho‘olako Agricultural Innovation Park plans move forward - Hawaii Tribune-HeraldHo‘olako Agricultural Innovation Park plans move forward Hawaii Tribune-Herald
- So much rides on the farm bill - Hawaii Tribune-HeraldSo much rides on the farm bill Hawaii Tribune-Herald
- Bayer Hawaii: Summer of Community Engagement - The Palm BayerBayer Hawaii: Summer of Community Engagement The Palm Bayer
- This Hawaii-born researcher is putting robots to work to help state’s agriculture industry - Hawaii News NowThis Hawaii-born researcher is putting robots to work to help state’s agriculture industry Hawaii News Now
- Hawaii Department of Agriculture chair discusses plans to digitize declaration form - Hawaii News NowHawaii Department of Agriculture chair discusses plans to digitize declaration form Hawaii News Now
- This Hawaii-born researcher is putting robots to work to help state’s agriculture industry - Hawaii News NowThis Hawaii-born researcher is putting robots to work to help state’s agriculture industry Hawaii News Now
- HDOA receives $375,000 to protect Hawaii from the brown tree snake - Spectrum NewsHDOA receives $375,000 to protect Hawaii from the brown tree snake Spectrum News
Hawaii Agriculture Employment
- Gardener 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: 10/13/2024
- 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: 10/13/2024
- Seed TechnicianBayer. 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: 10/12/2024
- Land Steward/Farm AttendantAg Jobs. Hawaii If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and submit your application via the Jobs Hub. Please click here to apply internally.This role will be located at one... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 10/12/2024
- Senior Data AnalystBayer. 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: 10/11/2024
- Production CoordinatorBayer. 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: 10/11/2024
- Security Guard - Agricultural FacilityAg Jobs. Hawaii, Waimea 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: 10/11/2024
- Assistant Extension Agent (Agriculture Production & Farm Management)Ag Jobs. Hawaii Location : Moloka'i, HIJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: 2024-02237Department: University of Hawai'i at Manoa - College of Tropical Agriculture and Human ResourcesDivision: Maui CountyOpening Date: 10/07/2024Closing Date: 11/3/2024 11:59 PM... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 10/09/2024
- 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: 10/07/2024
- IPM GeneralistBayer. 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: 10/07/2024
- Digital SpecialistBayer. 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: 10/05/2024
- Soil Conservationist (Supervisory District Conservationist)Ag Jobs. Hawaii, Honolulu SummaryThis position is located in a USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service state, area, or field office within a designated state.The incumbent performs expert professional duties to achieve an integrated system... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 10/05/2024