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.

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.

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 […]

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

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 […]

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

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.