#farm-to-school initiative
Hawaiʻi public schools expand local menu offerings with poi
As part of the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education’s continued commitment to farm-to-school initiatives and student wellness, a local staple is being added to the regular rotation of school meals — fresh, locally sourced poi.
Hawai‘i schools serve up locally sourced ‘volcano bowls’ for Farm-to-School Month
This October, Hawaiʻi public school cafeterias statewide were invited to serve “bussin’ volcano bowls” — a playful take on a taco salad — for lunch, featuring locally sourced beef, lettuce and tomatoes where available. More than 4,300 pounds of local ground beef, 6,300 pounds of local green lettuce and 4,400 pounds of local tomatoes were distributed to 95 participating schools.
Hawaiʻi Agribusiness Development Corporation holds first-ever board meeting on Maui
The Hawaiʻi Agribusiness Development Corporation, Board of Directors held its first-ever meeting on the island of Maui this month, marking a significant milestone in the agency’s effort to expand agricultural opportunities statewide and directly engage with local farmers, educators and community leaders.
