HDOA Accepting Applications to the Resilient Food System Infrastructure Program
The Resilient Food System Infrastructure (RFSI) program, a federally funded grant program, is accepting applications for projects for agriculture infrastructure and equipment. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) 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 products.The Hawai‘i Department…
Read articleCall to Action to Combat Invasive Bird Species on Kauai
To address the concern and invasive impact of the Rose Ringed Parakeet on Kaua‘i, there’s a new citizen science mapping tool available to the public. This tool will be used to gather and track data about parakeet sightings and behaviors. Call to Action: In an initiative to address the growing concern and negative impacts of…
Read articleKIUC Rate Case Update
The Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission has ordered that KIUC’s approved interim rates become effective as of January 11, 2024. Energy usage beginning January 11 will be billed at the new rates. KIUC’s full tariff is available on its website. The new rates, which will generate an additional 7.95% in revenue for the cooperative, were approved by…
Read articleHDOA and CTAHR to Host Produce Safety Alliance Growers Training February 20-22nd
The Hawaii Department of Agriculture’s Hawaii Produce Safety Program is hosting an upcoming FDA-approved Produce Safety Alliance Growers Training. This training is being taught in collaboration with the University of Hawaii’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resource’s Extension Agents. The course will be taught on Zoom on February 20-22th, at 4-7PM on all 3 days. The…
Read articleCitizen Workshop by Pacific Gateway Center
Along with Legal Aid Society of Hawaii and other partners, Pacific Gateway Center will host a Citizenship Workshop on Saturday, January 20th, 2024, at the Kapa’a Neighborhood Center. The workshop will be from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It is a FREE legal clinic. Register by calling 808-380-5235. See attached flyers for more details. Please…
Read articleSBDC: Tax Season For Business Made Easy
The Hawaii Small Business Development Center is hosting a webinar to discuss the essentials of tax preparation for small businesses. When: January 24th, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Where: Online via zoom (register at https://clients.hisbdc.org/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=3440001) Cost: $15
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