Ag Tours Benefit Local Economy, Food Producers
"20% of domestic visitors to Hawai‘i Island took a farm tour.'
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We are all in this canoe together
"20% of domestic visitors to Hawai‘i Island took a farm tour.'
Resort is currently purchasing around 450 pounds of produce weekly
This is the first discovery of the invasive beetle on the island
The challenges of growing food on Hawai‘i Island are many
Attendees can visit informative displays
Residents on all islands are urged to check their compost bins and green waste for CRB larvae
Maximum loan amount: $350,000
Grant will also fund a pest management program for diamondback moths
Gala features beverages, catered food, live music, and orchid viewing
New laws will secure infrastructure; remove farming barriers and strengthen pesticide enforcement
A total of $2 million is available for this year’s program