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Maui farmers brace for approaching storms after major crop losses in year of extreme weather
Farmers were still recovering from major damage and crop losses in the Kona low storms in March when Hurricane Lala swept by in August.
Local Food Coalition backs bills to boost Hawai‘i farm grants, infrastructure
The Local Food Coalition today announced its support for key bills introduced in the Hawai‘i State Legislature that align with the coalition’s efforts to grow Hawai‘i’s local food system.
Maui hosts Hawai’i Farmers Union United statewide annual convention, Oct. 4-6 2024
For the first time ever, the Hawai’i Farmers Union United’s convention will be FREE to the public. The 14th Annual event takes place Oct. 4-6, 2024 at the University of Hawai’i Maui College. This landmark event is sponsored by the County of Maui and many other generous private funders. The annual event celebrates the islands’ agricultural heritage and future by bringing together leaders in farming, food systems, and community resilience.
Next Haleakalā Locavore Potluck, Sept. 26
Join the Hawaiʻi Farmers Union United, Haleakalā Chapter’s next community meeting on Sept. 26 at the Heritage Hall in Pāʻia from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Organizers will share Fire Relief Resources and open up the floor for community conversation.
Maui food producers impacted by fires encouraged to take survey for recovery efforts
The Hawaiʻi Farmers Union United encourages all food producers impacted by fire, severe winds and loss of markets due to the 2023 Maui fires and disaster to complete the Maui Producer Impact & Support Survey.
Female farmers in Hāna discuss their journeys tonight on free Zoom presentation
Four female farmers discuss their journeys with farming in the remote town of Hāna during a free online presentation June 22 by the Hāna Chapter of Hawai’i Farmers Union United.
Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber initial return to in-person events, April 28
Bobby Pahia will be the featured speaker at the Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce’s, return to in-person Talk Story event at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, at the Maui Tropical Plantation Tram Station in Waikapū.
Sugarcane expert will teach you all about the indigenous crop at free workshops
Two free in-person educational workshops focusing on Hawaiian sugarcane will take place on the island of Maui in February. The workshops feature Dr. Noa Lincoln, assistant professor of Indigenous Crops at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and author of Kō: An Ethnobotanical Guide to Hawaiian Sugarcane Cultivars.
Hawaiʻi Farmers Union United Hosting Special Webinar Series Starting Nov. 8
Hawaiʻi Farmers Union United, a leading statewide agricultural organization and chartered chapter of the National Farmers Union, is hosting a series of weekly interactive webinars featuring local and national experts in agriculture, running Nov. 8 – Dec. 1.
Hāna Arts Hosts First Friday Starting August 6
Hāna Arts will host the First Friday Farmer’s Market Artist Booth, featuring local artists and featured keiki, this Friday and every First Friday.
Maui Farmer Assistance and Food Distribution Program Gets 5 Week Extension
Mayor Michael Victorino announced a five-week extension of a farmer assistance and food distribution program to help provide food to community organizations that provide food to families and individuals in need.
Maui Food Hub Launches to Support Farmers Through COVID-19 and Beyond
In a community-based response to a global crisis, a years-long dream was realized in just three weeks, with the launch of the Maui Food Hub, under the direction of the Hawai’i Farmers Union United, and in collaboration with farmers and non-profit organizations across Maui.
Maui Food Distribution and Farmer Assistance Program Announced
A new farmer assistance and food distribution program to help farmers and community members impacted by COVID-19 in Maui County was announced today by Mayor Michael Victorino. The County of Maui is committing $30,000 per week for the next four to five weeks, to purchase food from local farmers and facilitate community distribution.
Farmers Union to Host Free Thanksgiving Imu for Members
Members of the Hawaiʻi Farmers Union United’s Mauna Kahalawai Chapter are invited to participate in a Thanksgiving imu roast.
Hawai‘i Farmers Union United Convention, Nov. 8-10
The Hawaiʻi Farmers Union United hosts its 9th annual convention, Nov. 8 to 10 at the Puʻunēnē “Community Farmlands.”
‘Living Treasure’ Sam Kaʻai to Speak at Farmers Meeting
The next meeting for the Hawaiʻi Farmers Union Unitedʻs Mauna Kahalawai chapter will feature Hawaiian cultural practitioner Sam Kaʻai.
Hawai’i Farmers Union United Held 8th Annual Convention
The Hawai’i Farmers Union United’s 8th Annual Convention featured presentations by USDA, soil health experts and other practicing soil scientists, a wide range of experts in regenerative agriculture and more.
Farmers Union to Host 8th Annual Conference
The Hawaiʻi Farmers Union United will host their eighth annual HFUU Conference from Oct. 26 to Oct. 28 at Oko‘a Farms in Kula.
Farmers Union to Host Apprenticeship Event
The Hawaiʻi Farmers Union Unitedʻs (HFUU) Farm Apprentice Mentoring Program (FAM) will be hosting an event for aspiring farmers. The HFUU said the event, Are You Ready to be a Farmer?, is a chance for beginning farmers to discover if they are a good fit for the apprenticeship program. The event will be held at […]
HFUU Potluck to Feature Sunny Savage and Cheryl King
The evening will also include a locally grown food dish by wild food advocate Sunny Savage, plus live entertainment, prize giveaways, networking, and more