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Curated Hawaii Agriculture News
Sweetpotato Varietal Trial Field Day Enormous Success
For this trial 12 varieties of Sweetpotato were measured for the Marketable Yield and Weevil damaged per variety. The participants of the Field Day provided information on each varieties appearance, taste, and texture - yes, each participant was provided with cooked samples of each variety! This Trial was to help growers make decisions to...
Following critical audit, lawmakers to begin investigation of agribusiness agency
Hawaii News Now By Jolanie Martinez State lawmakers investigating the Agribusiness Development Corporation will have their first meeting Wednesday to establish the rules of its probe. Members hope to follow up on the auditor’s report by requesting documents and even subpoenaing witnesses. An audit found the Agribusiness Development Corporation has done little to diversify...
USAJOBS Daily Saved Search Results for Agriculture jobs in Hawaii for 7/13/2021
Lead Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment & Placement) – Department: Department of Agriculture – Agency: Forest Service – Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): MANY vacancies – Forest Service Locations, United States Salary: $77,488.00 to $100,739.00 / PA Series and Grade: GS-0201-12 Open Period: 2021-07-13 to 2021-07-19 Position Information: Permanent – Full-time Who May Apply:...
Bovine tuberculosis detected in a cow for the first time in 25 years on Molokai
Star Advertiser – By Star-Advertiser Staff – Bovine tuberculosis, a contagious disease in animals that can infect humans, has been detected in a cow on Molokai for the first time in 25 years, according to the state Department of Agriculture. The DOA said in a news release today that the cow came from a...
Sweetpotato Varietal Trial Field Day
This field day is open to all growers in Maui and will cover: Yield and pest damage of twelve sweetpotato varieties....
2021 Interim Maui Diamondback Moth Pesticide Resistance Management Program
by Rosemary Gutierrez-Coarite and Ronald Mau - Maui Diamondback Moth Pesticide Resistance Management Program, insecticide spray schedule for the second half of the 2021 calendar year. The insecticide spray schedule is from July through December, based on insecticide bioassay results conducted in May, 2021. On Maui, the bioassay test results showed an increased resistance...
Hawaiian ‘Uala Varieties – Online Research Presentation
Hawaiian ‘Uala (Sweet Potato) varieties have not been extensively characterized since E.S. Handy’s archipelago-wide collections from Hawaiian farmers in the early 20th century, and the conservation status of what was likely well over 100 Hawaiian cultivars remains unclear today. A recent study titled Characterizing the Diversity of Hawai‘i Sweet Potatoes published in the Journal...
USAJOBS Daily Saved Search Results for Agriculture jobs in Hawaii for 7/8/2021
General Biologist – Department: Department of the Interior – Agency: Interior, US Fish and Wildlife Service – Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies – Multiple Locations Salary: $77,488.00 to $112,659.00 / PA Series and Grade: GS-0150/0401-12 Open Period: 2021-07-08 to 2021-07-22 Position Information: Permanent – Full-time Who May Apply: Career transition (CTAP,...
Educational Pumpkin Tour
ALOUN FARMS NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS FOR OCTOBER! Aloun Farms offers educational tours of our pumpkin patch and our farm for school groups. Educational Pumpkin Tour Dates Starting Tuesday, October 5th, 2021 Tuesdays through Fridays in October Leaving Aloun Farms check in center every 30 min First tour departs 8:30am, last tour departs at 11:00am...
The State Does A Lot To Help Farmers In Hawaii. But It’s Not Enough
CIVIL BEAT – By Jessica Terrell – Farmers need better technology, data and transportation subsidies if Hawaii’s agricultural industry is going to grow substantially in the coming decades. When Max Bowman graduated from college in 2008, he struggled to find a job that would let him move back home to the Big Island. It...
Wild pigs have huge impact on biodiversity
Star Advertiser By Timothy Hurley Hawaii conservationists know well the far-reaching impact of wild pigs on the environment. The non-native species is notorious for rambling through the forest as herbivore, top predator and ecosystem engineer, digging and rooting in the soil to help transform the natural landscape. A team of researchers from the University...
USDA Gathers Data About Commercial Agricultural Expansion Interest
National Agricultural Statistics Service – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), in cooperation with the Hawaii Department of Agriculture, will conduct a Commercial Agricultural Expansion Survey during the summer of 2021. The survey will assess Hawaii agricultural producers’ interest in expanding their commercial production and identify barriers to expansion from...
Mangos, tropical fruit tips focus of international conference
Maui News “Mango Makers and Food Preservers” will be the focus of the 31st Hawaii International Tropical Fruit Conference held Oct. 8 to 9 at the Maui County Business Resource Center, the Hawaii Tropical Fruit Growers announced. The conference will be both in person and virtual and will continue with mini-sessions and tours on...
USAJOBS Daily Saved Search Results for Agriculture jobs in Hawaii for 6/28/2021
Natural Resource Specialist (Geographic Information Systems Specialist) Department: Department of Agriculture Agency:Natural Resources Conservation Service Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies – Multiple Locations Salary: $66,662.00 to $103,875.00 / PA Series and Grade: GS-0401-11/12 Open Period: 2021-06-28 to 2021-07-09 Position Information: Permanent – Full-time Who May Apply: Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL),...
Sip and Stroll: Maui Tea Farm’s New Tours
Hawai’i Magazine by Christi Young Just a handful of farms grow the camellia sinensis plants in Hawai‘i, most taking to the cooler temperatures and climate in the mountains of the Big Island and Maui. Maui Tea Farm started with seedlings in 2013 and just recently expanded to a 14-acre farm on the road to...
31st Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference Coming Up in October
Big Island Now The 31st Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference will be both virtual and in-person this year. Titled “Mango Makers and Food Preservers,” the conference will be held Oct. 8-9 at the Maui County Business Resource Center, located at 110 Alaihi St. in Kahului. Additionally, mini sessions and tours will take place on...
$5M agricultural grants program necessary for Oahu farmers
Star-Advertiser – By Mark Ladao – The City Council has appropriated $5 million in the city’s operating budget meant to increase local food production, and it’s a much-needed source of funding for farmers. Earlier this month the City Council approved its $2.9 billion operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year and set aside $5...
USAJOBS Daily Saved Search Results for Agriculture jobs in Hawaii for 6/25/2021
Supervisory Plant Protection and Quarantine Officer – Department: Department of Agriculture – Agency: Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service – Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancy – Kailua Kona, Hawaii Salary: $66,662.00 to $103,875.00 / PA Series and Grade: GS-0401-11/12 Open Period: 2021-06-25 to 2021-07-01 Position Information: Permanent – Full-time Who May...
University of Hawaii breaks ground on food entrepreneurship facility
Pacific Business News By Janis L. Magin The University of Hawaii Community Colleges broke ground this week and plans to start construction in July on the Wahiawa Product Development Center in Central Oahu. The $12 million project will turn a metal warehouse at 100 California Ave. into a value-added product development center where students...
USAJOBS Daily Saved Search Results for Agriculture jobs in Hawaii for 6/16/2021
Import Specialist – Department: Department of Homeland Security – Agency: Customs and Border Protection – Hiring Organization: Office of Field Operations Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): Many vacancies – Multiple Locations Salary: $43,683.00 to $56,790.00 / PA Series and Grade: GS-1889-7 Open Period: 2021-06-16 to 2021-06-22 Position Information: Recent Graduates – Full-time Who...
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Hawaii Deptment of Agriculture News
- State Extends Voluntary Pause on Interisland Transport of Birds March 12, 2025Surveillance 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, 2025ʻAkamai 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, 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
Hawaii Agriculture News
- Highly invasive bird spotted near Kāʻanapali; poses serious threat to Maui agriculture - Maui NowHighly invasive bird spotted near Kāʻanapali; poses serious threat to Maui agriculture Maui Now
- Hawaii Is Trying to End a Major Frustration for Travelers - Fodor's TravelHawaii Is Trying to End a Major Frustration for Travelers Fodor's Travel
- Hawaii Is Trying to End a Major Frustration for Travelers - Fodor's TravelHawaii Is Trying to End a Major Frustration for Travelers Fodor's Travel
- ‘Akamai Arrival’ — Hawaii launches new digital agriculture declaration form - The Garden Island‘Akamai Arrival’ — Hawaii launches new digital agriculture declaration form The Garden Island
- Agricultural declaration form is now digital for travelers to Hawaii - The Points GuyAgricultural declaration form is now digital for travelers to Hawaii The Points Guy
- Hawaii digitizes agriculture declaration forms - Spectrum NewsHawaii digitizes agriculture declaration forms Spectrum News
- Hawaii to launch digitized Agriculture Declaration Form - Honolulu Star-AdvertiserHawaii to launch digitized Agriculture Declaration Form Honolulu Star-Advertiser
- Hawaii to launch digitized Agriculture Declaration Form - YahooHawaii to launch digitized Agriculture Declaration Form Yahoo
- No more pen hunting for Hawaii Agriculture forms on planes, state welcomes digital age - KITV HonoluluNo more pen hunting for Hawaii Agriculture forms on planes, state welcomes digital age KITV Honolulu
- Hawaii CC students adopt Korean natural farming method - Hawaii News NowHawaii CC students adopt Korean natural farming method Hawaii News Now
- Hawaii CC students adopt Korean natural farming method - Hawaii News NowHawaii CC students adopt Korean natural farming method Hawaii News Now
- Larry Ellison’s Half-Billion-Dollar Quest to Change Farming Has Been a Bust - The Wall Street JournalLarry Ellison’s Half-Billion-Dollar Quest to Change Farming Has Been a Bust The Wall Street Journal
- Hawaii’s agriculture industry seeks support amid rising costs, federal funding cuts - Hawaii News NowHawaii’s agriculture industry seeks support amid rising costs, federal funding cuts Hawaii News Now
- Hawaii’s agriculture industry seeks support amid rising costs, federal funding cuts - Hawaii News NowHawaii’s agriculture industry seeks support amid rising costs, federal funding cuts Hawaii News Now
- Measures seek to bolster farmers and boost penalties for agricultural crimes - Hawaii Tribune-HeraldMeasures seek to bolster farmers and boost penalties for agricultural crimes Hawaii Tribune-Herald
- Highly venomous sea snake discovered at Hilo beach - Spectrum NewsHighly venomous sea snake discovered at Hilo beach Spectrum News
- What You Need to Know About Hawaiʻi’s Agriculture Form - Hawaiimagazine.comWhat You Need to Know About Hawaiʻi’s Agriculture Form Hawaiimagazine.com
- Hawaii agriculture chief gets an earful from state lawmakers - Honolulu Star-AdvertiserHawaii agriculture chief gets an earful from state lawmakers Honolulu Star-Advertiser
- Lawmakers grill state Agriculture Department for not spending $10M biosecurity fund - HawaiipublicradioLawmakers grill state Agriculture Department for not spending $10M biosecurity fund Hawaiipublicradio
- Travel With a Pet | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service - USDA APHISTravel With a Pet | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service USDA APHIS
Hawaii Agriculture Employment
- Seed TechBayer. 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 ISLANDAg 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'awaAg 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 - KaaawaAg 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 SupervisorAg 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
- Fuel Farm Technician - LIH1 - 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: 03/11/2025
- Aquaculture TechnicianAg 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: 03/10/2025
- Helper, Fuel FarmAg Jobs. Hawaii, Waimea Amentum is seeking a Helper, Fuel Farm for a position on Kauai, HI. Supporting the Supply & Logistics Department. Under the direction of the department manager and Senior Fuel Farm... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 03/10/2025
- Agronomic Research Specialist II (Field Nursery, data/workflow)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: 03/08/2025
- Fuel Farm Technician- KOA1Ag Jobs. Hawaii, Kailua 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: 03/08/2025
- Farm Associate (Temporary)Ag Jobs. Hawaii, Lanai City WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE DOFounded by global technology pioneer, Larry Ellison and esteemed physician and author, Dr. David Agus, Sensei Ag is a market-changing AgTech company on a... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 03/07/2025
- Ranch Hand II, FTAg Jobs. Hawaii Growing private Family Office is looking for talented professionals to be a part of a dynamic team. The family office prides itself on professionalism, kindness, integrity, and a high level... Salary: $salary. Date posted: 03/07/2025