CTAHR 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…
Read articleRegister for Online Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training by May 1st
A three-day virtual training will be held May 9-11th from 4-7pm via Zoom. All farmers interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) are strongly encouraged to register. This training satisfies the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement for covered farms that “at least one…
Read articleElectric Vehicle Tax Credits
Did you buy a new electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle in 2022? You might be eligible for a federal income tax credit of up to $7,500. Check out if you qualify here. If you bought a used EV or fuel cell vehicle in 2023 from a licensed dealer, you might be eligible for a used…
Read articleFree Farmer Resource Fair
OACA, UH CTAHR, GoFarm, North Shore EVP, and many other partners are organizing a FREE Resource Fair for the farming community on Kauaʻi. It will be held a the KAUAI WAR MEMORIAL CONVENTION HALL. THURSDAY, APRIL 6TH, 2023 4-6:30 PM 4191 HARDY STREET LIHUE, HI 96766 You can meet vendors, service providers, technicians, and experts who can help you with your farm…
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