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May 2013
Marketing to the Government & Capability Statements
This free workshop will provide pointers on how to be a responsive and responsible business when marketing to the government. We will cover the basics and expand into market research, marketing methods, and how and who to market to. Also covered is understanding the purpose of the Capability Statement and how to use it in the contracting world. This workshop will provide you with the tools and information needed to put your best line up front and the five key areas to include in a successful Capability Statement. Click here for more information and to register.
Find out more »Aquaponics in Hawai‘i Conference
This year's Conference theme is centered on current opportunities and challenges of aquaponics in Hawaii. Participants will hear from presenters representing a cross section of urban garden producers, small, intermediate and large scale commercial producers, aquaponic services, suppliers and community groups. Also, faculty and researchers from the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR) will be sharing some of the latest developments in aquaponic research and extension being conducted at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Find out more »June 2013
Community Organization Development 2013
This program will provide you and your organization, or the organization you want to build, the information necessary to succeed in your mission, achieve your goals and fund the process. Presentations will be made on effective management for non-profits, leadership skills, strategic planning, finding grants, legal and ethical responsibilities, as well as available services from government and private foundations. Co-sponsored by Hilo Hāmākua Community Development Corporation and the Hawai‘i County Department of Research and Development.
Find out more »Shipping Worldwide, Interstate, and Interisland Fair
Shipping Worldwide, Interstate, and Interisland Fair Dates and Locations: O‘AHU: Friday, June 14, Kapi‘olani Community Collage, Honolulu MAUI: Thursday, June 27, UH-Maui College, Kahului HAWAI‘I ISLAND: Friday, July 19, UH-Hilo KAUA‘I: Friday, July 26, Kaua‘i Community College, Līhu‘e Details: Join a dozen shipping experts who will give you the information, tools, and confidence you need to ship your products anywhere sales are made: to a neighbor island, mainland, or to an international destination! Specifically designed with agricultural producers and processers in…
Find out more »How To Write Your Business Plan, and Survival Tips
Participants will learn how to develop a business plan or revise an existing one with our successful step-by-step instructions. The session will also include tips on how you can reposition your business for success. To register, visit www.hisbdc.org. For more information, contact Jackie at 327-3680
Find out more »July 2013
U.S. Food Safety Program Update
U.S. Food Safety Program Update Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2013 Location: West Hawaii Civic Center, Community Meeting Center-Building G, 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Hwy, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740 Time: 10:00 a.m.—11:30 a.m. Deadline: July 8, 2013 Dr. Janet McDonald of the FDA will present a current overview of two proposed regulations: “Standards for the Growing, Harvesting, Packing, and Holding of Produce for Human Consumption” and “Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food.” In addition to the basic provisions of…
Find out more »AgCurious
What is the outlook for the Agricultural Industry in Hawaii? Hear from expert farmers on the challenges and rewards of farming. Hear from current students of the GoFarm Hawai’i program. Learn more about the UH program "GoFarm Hawai’i" (www.gofarmhawaii.org), a comprehensive and practical training program built around the real-world needs of tomorrow’s farmers. Download the flyer
Find out more »Pesticides General Permit Informational Workshop
The Hawaii State Department of Health and the Hawaii State Department of Agriculture are sponsoring an outreach workshop to assist farmers and public entities in complying with the new pesticides rule (HAR Ch. 11-55, Appendix M), adopted in October 2012. If you use pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, rodenticides, or various other substances to control pests, this meeting may apply to you. Of concern is whether these substances will be applied to or will enter waters of the state. Come and find out whether you are required to apply for a Pesticides General Permit, and receive assistance in complying with the new rule. Download the flyer for more information.
Find out more »2013 AGR-Lite Crop Insurance Programs for Ag Professionals and Hawai‘i Growers
AGR-Lite is a federally-subsidized crop insurance product that can cover losses from causes such as natural disasters, bad weather, and pests/diseases, as well as losses due to market conditions. Organic growers and direct marketers may be covered at market instead of commodity prices. Producers of all crops are encouraged to attend to learn about applicability to their situation, what it takes to qualify, recordkeeping requirements, premium cost, how to apply, and similar questions.
Find out more »Coffee Berry Borer Integrated Pest Management
UH-CTAHR Local and Immigrant Farmer Education (LIFE) and Risk Management Hawaii (RMH) programs are conducting informational workshops about the Coffee Berry Borer (CBB). CBB is a major production risk that coffee growers on the Big Island have been battling since its arrival in 2010. CTAHR’s Coffee and Orchard Crops Extension Agent, Andrea Kawabata and Hawaii Department of Agriculture’s Entomologist, Rob Curtiss, will be teaching farmers about the most current CBB Integrated Pest Management and sampling protocols. Coffee farmer, Bob Nelson will talk about his on-farm CBB projects and inform growers of his preliminary findings. In addition, Dr. Stuart Nakamoto, CTAHR Extension Economist, will be discussing risk management and crop insurance policies available to growers for coffee and coffee trees. Download the Flyer
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