Lawmaker Calls For Investigations Of State Ag Park Program
Rep. John Mizuno says the experience of a farm couple raises questions about whether the Department of Agriculture is adequately managing parks meant for small producers.
Food Safety Audits Could Hamper Hawaii’s Efforts Toward More Food Production
As the pandemic eases, the Food and Drug Administration is resuming its audits of farms nationwide. Hawaii is unprepared, experts say.
‘Our Fish Are Dying’: This Hawaii Couple’s Experience With State Ag Land Management Has Been Terrible
Simeon and Katherine Rojas have sued the state and an agriculture park manager for negligence, raising questions about Hawaii’s management of ag lands.
State Agencies Were Tasked With Buying More Local Food. Can Hawaii Supply It?
A new report shows seven of the 18 departments bought local produce last year, spending a combined $2.6 million.
From Fishermen To Rugby Players, Climate Change Has Become A Fact Of Life In Fiji
The Pacific island nation was the first to relocate a community due to the effects of a warming planet. The struggle continues as families learn to adapt.
Lawmakers Advance 5 Bills That Could Settle Debate Over Ag Land Management
The co-chairs of a working group tasked with fixing an almost 19-year-old problem are taking two different approaches.
Hawaii Needs Good Soil To Grow More Food. Here’s How That Can Happen
There’s a renewed focus among lawmakers and scientists as the state faces a “quantum moment” to develop a more self-reliant and sustainable system.
This Ancient Hawaiian Plant’s Popularity Has Soared. Not Everyone Is Pleased
Mamaki is only grown in Hawaii and was first used by early Polynesian settlers. Now you can find it in 7-Eleven, Costco and soon, Whole Foods.
The Hawaii Ag Department Clipped Poultry’s Wings. But Why?
The Department of Agriculture’s leases restrict farmers from producing chickens despite the state’s goals of increasing food sustainability and the local taste for fowl.
House Panel Recommends Further Investigation Of Hawaii State Auditor
Representatives proposed an independent performance audit and asked the attorney general to address concerns raised in the report.