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Hawai‘i Island New Farmer and Rancher Expo
(Hilo and field locations, Hawai‘i Island)

August 10, 2018 @ 12:30 pm - August 11, 2018 @ 4:00 pm

- $35 – $50

August 10–11, 2018—For the second year, the Hawai‘i Island New Farmer and Rancher Expo brings together emerging producers with non-profit, private, and government resource organizations, as well as area buyers and experienced farmers.

The goal of the Expo is to provide participants with an understanding of all aspects involved in establishing a viable commercial farm business on Hawai‘i Island.

FRIDAY (12:30 to 8:30 p.m.): Speakers will present on various topics including land, financing, crop selection, labor issues, new farmer training programs, food safety, pest control, non-traditional farming methods, and many others. Also offered will be panel discussions and Q&A with experienced farmers and local buyers and information booths hosted by various local resources.

SATURDAY (9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.): Farm tours will include on-site observation and discussion with local operations.

Morning (9:30–11:30 a.m.)

  • North Kona: Aquaponics
  • North Hilo: Korean Natural Farming Methods
  • North Kohala: Orchard Farming

Afternoon (2–4 p.m.)

  • North Hilo: Animal Husbandry/Piggeries
  • Hāmākua: Farmer Training Programs

ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and is open until August 8. Registration fee for Friday and Saturday – $50; Friday only – $35.

The event is sponsored by AgriLogic Consulting, Pacific Gateway Center, and The Kohala Center, with a grant provided by the USDA Risk Management Agency.

Register online at farmerexpo18.eventbrite.com by Wednesday, August 8, 2018.For more information, contact The Kohala Center at 808-887-6411.

Details

Start:
August 10, 2018 @ 12:30 pm
End:
August 11, 2018 @ 4:00 pm
Cost:
$35 – $50
Event Categories:
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Website:
farmerexpo18.eventbrite.com

Organizer

AgriLogic Consulting
Website:
http://www.agrilogicconsulting.com/

Venue

Aunty Sally Kaleohano’s Lū‘au Hale
799 Pi‘ilani St
Hilo, HI 96720 United States
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Details

Start:
August 10, 2018 @ 12:30 pm
End:
August 11, 2018 @ 4:00 pm
Cost:
$35 – $50
Event Categories:
, , ,
Website:
farmerexpo18.eventbrite.com

Organizer

AgriLogic Consulting
Website:
http://www.agrilogicconsulting.com/

Venue

Aunty Sally Kaleohano’s Lū‘au Hale
799 Pi‘ilani St
Hilo, HI 96720 United States
+ Google Map