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The Senate Committee on Ways and Means received a comprehensive update on Tuesday from the Agribusiness Development Corporation on the development of Hawai‘i’s food and product innovation efforts to help scale up local farmers and entrepreneurs and increase economic resilience. 

Participating Hawaiʻi public schools served banana sheet pancakes for breakfast this month, featuring local apple bananas. The effort is part of the Department’s farm-to-school initiative which aims to enhance food sustainability in Hawai‘i and aligns with Act 175, which focuses on improving the health of students while supporting local farmers.

Maui United Way announced the launch of its Mā’ona Food Security Grant, a new initiative aimed at addressing the growing food insecurity challenges faced by residents of Maui County.

Kona lawmakers have introduced bills dedicated to imposing more stringent labeling regulations on Kona coffee. This comes in response to “deceptive labeling” concerns.

The 10th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival will take place Nov. 3 and 4, offering a unique shopping opportunity and showcasing local Maui County businesses.

The nonprofit Maui Hub has moved its operations to an expanded facility in Kahului, enabling the organization to provide more equitable access to local food.

Kamehameha Schools announced today the launch of Mahi‘ai Scale-up, an agricultural business plan competition that helps established local farms and food system organizations grow their businesses.