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Community urged to join monthlong effort against invasive species in Hawaiʻi

Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Awareness Month returns this May for its ninth year, bringing together residents, farmers, government agencies and community organizations to tackle one of the state’s most persistent environmental and economic threats.

Maui’s Opgenorth, Haleakalā Ranch honored during invasive species awareness month

Gov. Josh Green and the Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Council honored community members and organizations on Wednesday as part of Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Awareness Month (HISAM), recognizing efforts across the state to combat the growing threat of invasive species.

Hawaiʻi leaders push agricultural priorities in Washington, D.C.

More than 20 leaders from Hawaiʻi’s agriculture and business sectors recently completed the second annual Hawaiʻi-USDA Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., highlighting local priorities and challenges directly to federal officials.

Ige Reappoints Buck to Water Commission

Michael G. Buck has served on the commission since 2014.

Inaugural Hawaii Invasive Species Council on Maui

The Hawaii Invasive Species Council will be meeting for the first time in Maui today to discuss issues concerning axis deer, invasive species, weed risk assessment, and the council’s priorities for 2013.