HDOA Micro-Grant for Food Security Program Opens
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…
Read articleLihue Business Association 2023 Legislative Update
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…
Read articleOla Pono O Kauaʻi Conference
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.
Read articleCTAHR Virtual Workshop on Avocado Lace Bug Control, Avocado Grafting and General Management, Friday May 5th, 5-7:30pm
The University of Hawaii’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources and the East-Oahu Farm Bureau are hosting a free virtual workshop on grafting and management techniques to mitigate Avocado Lace Bug (ALB) infestation. First discovered in 2019 on Oahu, ALB is a recent invasive pest in Hawaii that can cause defoliation and ultimately reduce…
Read articleTogether We Farm Opens Online Self-Paced Courses on Soil Health, Nutrient Management, Worker Protection Standards, and Pesticide Safety to All Hawaii Farmers and Ranchers – Apply To Be Eligible To Receive Up To A $1000 Grant Upon Course Completion
West Oahu Soil and Water Conservation District and partners are offering courses on Soil Health and Nutrient Management, Worker Protection Standards, and Pesticide Safety. After completing courses, you are eligible to apply for up to $1000 of funding to implement lessons that are covered in the course. Additional awards such as a free soil test,…
Read articleMalama Kauai Seeks Keiki-Friendly, Locally Sourced, and Budget-Friendly Products to Include in their Kaukau 4 Keiki Program
Malama Kauai is currently planning their 2023 Kaukau 4 Keiki Program for in-need keiki across Kauai and they’re looking to purchase locally grown or processed local food products. This program offers weekly grocery boxes to eligible Kauai youth (18 years and under) who would otherwise experience challenges to food access during the summer months. Malama…
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