Seed Industry Is Shrinking Dramatically But It Still Grows Hawaii’s No. 1 Crop
Despite controversy and declining production, executives say Hawaii will remain a key player in growing GMO seeds for years to come.
Monsanto Could Soon Be Facing Dozens Of Lawsuits in Hawaii Over Pesticide
Massive damage awards in previous cases are triggering a new onslaught against the chemical company.
Monsanto: $80M Verdict In Roundup Case Won’t Affect Other Suits
The agribusiness giant has also been sued by Hawaii plaintiffs who allege the pesticide caused their cancer.
This Ewa Senate Race Between A Lobbyist And A Lawmaker Is Getting Hot
Rep. Matt LoPresti says Senate President Ron Kouchi is distorting the facts to help lobbyist Alicia Maluafiti win the election.
Kauai Groups Sue State, Syngenta To Stop GMO Farming On Public Land
Local organizations contend the state was wrong to give the seed company a permit to grow genetically modified crops on public land.
Hawaii GMO Seed Companies Win Big In Appeals Court Rulings
The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals concludes that Hawaii counties don’t have the right to regulate agriculture.
Civil Rights Complaint: Pesticides Are Harming Native Hawaiians
Two local groups want the EPA to force state agriculture agencies to better regulate pesticide drift.
What The Federal GMO Food Labeling Law Means For Hawaii
National requirements take聽effect effect in two years, but local GMO labeling advocates don’t think they go far enough.
Should A Syngenta Spokeswoman Serve On Kauai’s Water Board?
The seed company has been in the middle of debate over pesticide use on the island, an issue that has ramifications for water quality.
New GMO Crop Report Avoids Simple Answers
And that’s the point, members of the study say.