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Curated Hawaii Agriculture News

October 10, 2014 Post a Comment

Pick Your Own Hawai‘i-Grown Pumpkin at Aloun Farms

Ahh, October—time for pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin mochi and Hawai‘i-grown pumpkins. Aloun Farms, which celebrates its 10th year of educational tours this year, hosts an average of 15,000 students at its annual pumpkin patch. Event coordinator Michael Moefu says the student tours run Tuesdays through Fridays. “They learn a little bit more about agriculture,...

September 23, 2014 Post a Comment

FIELD CROP PRODUCTION – PACIFIC REGION

SUGARCANE: The 2014 production of sugarcane in Hawaii is forecast at 1.43 million tons, up 2 percent from the previous year, but unchanged from the August forecast. Harvested acreage is estimated at 19.0 thousand acres, up 7 percent from last year. Yield is forecast at 75.0 tons per acre. The 2014 U.S. production of...

August 13, 2014 Post a Comment

Big Isle papaya farmers’ loss estimated at $53M

Tropical Storm Iselle hit Hawaii island hard. It devastated papaya farms in Pahoa as the fruit-laden, top-heavy trees were no match for the storm’s intense winds. HILO >> Hawaii island farmers are assessing damage to crops after Tropical Storm Iselle made landfall last weekend. “It was pretty clear to us that the papaya farmers...

July 11, 2014 Post a Comment

Hilo Muni Improvements Topic of Meeting

Renovations to the Hilo Municipal Golf Course will be the subject of a public meeting later this month. The county Department of Parks and Recreation said the meeting is being held to explain the project’s scope and gather public input. It is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, at the Hawaii County...

July 11, 2014 Post a Comment

Hilo Muni Improvements Topic of Meeting on July 22

Renovations to the Hilo Municipal Golf Course will be the subject of a public meeting later this month. The county Department of Parks and Recreation said the meeting is being held to explain the project’s scope and gather public input. It is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, at the Hawaii County...

June 8, 2014 Post a Comment

Amira’s Prolific Pumpkins

Although not certified organic, Olana Farm grows produce on 2.25-acres using strictly organic methods. What’s growing now Arugula, avocado, basil (Thai, Italian, lemon), bak choy, beets, carrots, celery, chard (Swiss, rainbow), chives, cilantro, collards, fennel, green onions, ginger, guava, kale (curly, lacinato, red Russian, red curly), kaffir (leaves, fruit), mint, mustard greens (red, green),...

June 2, 2014 Post a Comment

GMO ban, research at odds?

Hawaii County set itself apart from much of the rest of the state in December by effectively banning the large biotech seed companies that have become a major, though controversial, part of Hawaii agriculture. But with a ban also on the outdoor testing of transgenic crops, can the Big Island, home to genetically modified...

May 15, 2014 Post a Comment

Cowboy Fun: Rodeos and Polo

Paniolos (Hawaiian cowboys) show off their skills at three major annual events: the Piiholo Cowboy Classic in September; the Oskie Rice Memorial Rodeo in December; and Maui’s biggest event, the 4th of July Rodeo, which comes with a full parade in Makawao town and festivities that last for days. Polo is popular with the...

April 21, 2014 Post a Comment

Agriculture grant information session | About Town | 4-21-14

Agriculture grant information session planned for Thursday The Hawaii Department of Agriculture is inviting the public to an agriculture grant information session and market development workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday at the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources Kona Cooperative Extension Service, 79-7381 Mamalahoa Highway in Kainaliu. Attendees...

April 21, 2014 Post a Comment

Why Are We Pro-GMO?

We feel that genetic engineering is an important and crucial technology. Ignorance and myths surrounding this field hinders advancement at best and harms at worst. It’s especially a concern to us as vegans for these reasons: Animal testing: Insisting on unfounded safety testing leads to more animals being harmed in order to perform this...

April 16, 2014 Post a Comment

Ant infestation covers 4 acres in Waimanalo

HONOLULU — An extensive survey of an area in Waimanalo has determined approximately 4 acres are infested with little fire ants, tiny invasive ants that can inflict painful stings. Crews surveyed more than 50 acres from Kumuhau Street to Mahailua Street in Waimanalo and determined that the infestation area is on state land and...

April 14, 2014 Post a Comment

New Tech comes to Hawaii Agriculture

Here’s a ThinkTech news video on the New Tech comes to Hawaii Agriculture Downtown Forum we will present with the State Department of Agriculture at Laniakea on April 23rd. ThinkTech | ThinkTech blog, ThinkTech Hawaii | staradvertiser.com | Honolulu, Hawaii...

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RSS Hawaii Deptment of Agriculture News

  • State Extends Voluntary Pause on Interisland Transport of Birds March 12, 2025
    Surveillance 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, 2025
    ʻAkamai 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, 2025
    January 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, 2025
    Jan. 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, 2025
    January 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, 2024
    Dec. 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, 2024
    Dec. 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, 2024
    Dec. 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 […]
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RSS Hawaii Agriculture Employment

  • Geotechnical (Soils and/or Concrete) Special Inspectors - HI
    Ag 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: 03/19/2025
  • Security Officer II
    Bayer. 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: 03/18/2025
  • AGRICULTURE CONSERVATION LIAISON
    Ag Jobs. Hawaii Salary: $7,555.17 MonthlyLocation : Maui (All Other), HIJob Type: Non Civil ServiceJob Number: 2025 Ag Conservation Liaison Department: Department of AgricultureOpening Date: 03/14/2025Closing Date: 3/31/2025 11:59 PM Hawaii DescriptionThrough an... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 03/17/2025
  • Diversified Agriculture Technician - Makaua
    Ag 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: 03/17/2025
  • Offshore Production Diver (Farm Hand)
    Ag Jobs. Hawaii, Kailua,Kona Here's what we do...(click to watch) Offshore WorkAbout UsBlue Ocean Mariculture was founded in 2009 to pursue the sustainable farming of local Hawaiian marine finfish. We are proud to be... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 03/16/2025
  • LIVESTOCK INSPECTOR I AND II - HALAWA TO KALIHI, OAHU
    Ag Jobs. Hawaii Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Island of OahuJob Type: VariousJob Number: 24-0474Department: AgricultureOpening Date: 09/28/2024Closing Date: Continuous Recruitment Information Recruitment Number 24-0474The Department of Agriculture, Animal Disease Control Branch has... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 03/16/2025
  • AGRICULTURAL LOAN OFFICER VI - OAHU
    Ag Jobs. Hawaii Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Island of OahuJob Type: VariousJob Number: OHHI-25054Department: AgricultureOpening Date: 03/13/2025Closing Date: Continuous Recruitment InformationRecruitment Number OHHI-25054This recruitment is being conducted under the Operation Hire Hawaii... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 03/15/2025
  • Seed Tech
    Bayer. Hawaii, Kunia Seed Tech 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,... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 03/13/2025
  • AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH TECHNICIAN V - HILO, HAWAII ISLAND
    Ag Jobs. Hawaii Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Island of HawaiiJob Type: VariousJob Number: 24-0569Department: University of HawaiiOpening Date: 12/07/2024Closing Date: Continuous Recruitment Information Recruitment Number 24-0569 - This vacancy is with the... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 03/13/2025
  • Diversified Agriculture Technician - Ka'a'awa
    Ag 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: 03/13/2025
  • Diversified Agriculture Technician - Kaaawa
    Ag 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: 03/13/2025
  • Horticultural Supervisor
    Ag Jobs. Hawaii, Waimea Corteva Agriscience has an opportunity in Waimea, Kaua'i, Hawai'i, to lead horticultural operations in the Population Development Group. The Horticultural Supervisor is responsible for shadehouses and associated areas cultivating maize... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 03/13/2025