When it comes to ground transportation, nearly 70% of Hawaiʻiʻs commuters currently choose to drive alone. The 2023 Commute Challenge aims to change that through a month-long state-wide behavior change initiative through a gamified platforms, participants will be encourages to explore alternative modes of transportation such as walking, biking, carpooling and public transportation throughout the…
North Shore EVP is pleased to announce an upcoming webinar on GroupGAP. Hosted on June 29th from 12-1:30 PM, this online event targets fruit and vegetable producers across the state of Hawaii. Registration is required to receive a zoom link. To register, go to http://rb.gy/wgq0y
University of Hawaii’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources is hosting an organic agriculture virtual mini-conference on June 19-20. Conference presentations will focus on organic farming (basics, benefits and practices), transitioning to organic farming, and recent results of applied research in sustainable and organic farming. Registration is required at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/organic-transitioning-to-organic-and-sustainable-agriculture-conference-tickets-641651686467. Please see flyer for more…
University of Hawaii’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources Cooperative Extension is hosting a workshop on farm food safety training. This workshop will cover strategies and tools to train employees and volunteer farm workers who handle fresh produce. Farm owners, managers, supervisors, and anyone responsible for farm food safety training are encouraged to attend.…
Malama Kauai’s FEED Orchard Grants are intended to increase fruit production to fill market gaps and increase local fruit made available to food access programs. The FEED Orchard Grant Package includes: $1,500 in mature food trees of your choice to install on your farm (must have low WRA score) $500 for orchard expansion supplies: compost,…
Do you know of any businesses, shopping centers, or other property owners interested in installing public EV charger stations (EVCS)? Join us on Thursday, June 1st at 10:00 AM on Zoom for tips to navigate the permitting process, find incentives to lower installation costs, and keep charging infrastructure in working order. You’ll hear from Blue Planet, Kaua’i Island Utility Cooperative, County of Kauaʻi, current…
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) is now accepting applications for the popular Micro-Grant for Food Security Program (MGFSP). This is the third 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 food insecure communities. A total of…
The Lihue Business Association (LBA) will be hosting a meeting for its 2023 Legislative Update where they will discuss with Kauai legislators. Legislators will provide an overview of the legislative session, bills and their effect on Kauai. The meeting is free and open to the public. Where: Duke’s Restaurant, 3610 Rice St, Lihue, HI 96766…
The Kaua’i Rural Health Association is presenting the Ola Pono o Kaua’i Conference at the convention hall June 7th and 8th. The conference runs from 9 AM to 3 PM both days. See the flyer below for more details. Click here to sign up or scan the QR code on the flyer below.