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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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  • 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 […]
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  • 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 […]
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  • 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 […]
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  • Avian Influenza Information December 23, 2024
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  • 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 […]
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  • 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 […]
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  • $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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  • Avian Influenza Confirmed in Wild Duck on North Shore of O‘ahu November 26, 2024
    Nov. 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. […]
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  • News Releases 2025 November 24, 2024
    Jan. 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 Kona
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  • DOH Investigates Human Contacts to Infected H5N1 Flocks – No Humans in Hawaiʻi Tested Positive for Avian Influenza November 22, 2024
    Nov. 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 […]
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  • Farm General Manager - Organic Outdoor Farm
    Ag 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 Time
    Ag 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 Guide
    Bayer. 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 Specialist
    Ag 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, HI
    Bayer. 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-IPM
    Ag 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 - Maui
    Ag 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- OGG
    Ag 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 - LIH
    Ag 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 Maui
    Ag 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