Dr. Jeff Tomberlin from Texas A&M University is a pioneer looking into the possibility that black soldier fly larvae -- "grubs" to the uninitiated -- could be used to turn organic wastes into high-protein animal feeds. Tomberlin believes the use of black soldier fly larvae should be well adapted for small- and medium-size livestock producers.
Join us as we explore key issues in cooperative governance, including how it differs from other organizational models. The webinar will also cover hot topics in cooperative governance, such as maintaining a strong democracy as a cooperative grows and evolves, member engagement and expectations of the governance process, board development and assessment trends, accountability and the board’s role in strategic leadership.
WEBINAR: Research Update on Non-antibiotic Control of Fire Blight Date: March 19, 2013 Details: Conducted by Ken Johnson, Oregon State University, Rachel Elkins, University of California, and Tim Smith, Washington State University. Register athttp://www.extension.org/pages/67392
How to Write a Business Plan Dates: March 20, 2013 Location: Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center, Kuakini Tower, 75-5722 Kuakini Hwy., Suite 213, Kailua-Kona The Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will present “How To Write A Business Plan” on Wednesday, March 20, 2013, at our West Hawaii Center located in Kona at the Kuakini Tower, 75-5722 […]
WEBINAR: CSA Farmer's Guide to Accepting SNAP/EBT Payments Date: March 21, 2013 Details: Conducted by Bryan Allan, Zenger Farm. Register athttp://www.extension.org/pages/67390
WEBINAR: Organic Farming Systems Research at the University of Nebraska Date: March 26, 2013 Details: Conducted by Elizabeth Sarno, Charles Shapiro, Richard Little, Vicki Schlegel, Jim Brandle. Register at http://www.extension.org/pages/67368
Please join us for a Garden Workday at Mala?ai! We will be installing roofing on our old chicken coop, turning it into storage. We are also installing irrigation in some of the perimeter berms, hauling some items to the dump, and generally freshening up the garden. We could use some volunteer help with this as we get ready for summer. Please bring a dish to share for a potluck lunch to follow and your own utensils to make it "green." No need to bring garden tools or equipment, but bring your raincoat and water bottle. If you have any questions, please contact our Garden Leader, Holly Sargeant-Green, at hols.green@gmail.com. Mahalo for making time to volunteer at our mala!
Honaunau School Garden Celebration Date: Saturday, April 6, 2013 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Location: Honaunau Elementary School, 83-5360 Mamalahoa Hwy, Captain Cook Details: The Honaunau School Garden cordially invites you to its first school garden celebration! There will be plenty of fun for all including: Origami pot folding and seed planting School garden tours by the children Face painting […]
Learn two critical issues needed for board success in cooperatives: tools for assessment and succession planning. Presenters will evaluate strategies and tools for assessment, which allow board members to candidly review performance and strengthen their effectiveness. In addition, attendees will learn key factors that illuminate the importance of succession planning. Click here for more information and to register.
Body and Soil Farm-Health Conference 2013 Date: April 11-13, 2013 Location: Maui Tropical Plantation, 1670 Honoapi‘ilani Highway, Wailuku, Maui The website for this past event is no longer available.