HFUU, Farm Apprentice Mentoring Program
Maui County
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Applications are open! FAM program is looking to accept 20 residents from Maui, 5 from Moloka‘i, and 5 from Lana‘i. Class begins Thursday, December 1, 2022. Classes are held twice a week on Thursday evenings and Saturdays. Once submitted FAM Director Sara Gilligan will email you with the next steps for scheduling a Zoom interview. This mentoring program is free to you thanks to the supporters such as the County of Maui and Sustainable Living Institute of Maui and many more.
Pono Pacific
Oahu
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Pono Pacific is hiring for three different positions!
The first position available is Farm Crew Member, Farm Stand Associate and Farm Tour Crew Member. To apply for any of these positions, submit a cover letter and resume to ponojobs@ponopacific.com, or mail to:
677 Ala Moana Blvd, Ste 1200
Honolulu, HI 96813
Kokua Kalihi Valley: Kalihi Roots
Oahu
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Kaluaopalena Community Garden in KPT is looking to hire a Mahi Aina Assistant II. This position will contribute to the fulfillment of Root's mission and strategic plans. Duties include planning and oversight of community gardening and food production and management of groups and activities. Knowledge of organic propagation is desired.
Plant Pathologist
Oahu
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Independently studies the effects of various pathogenic organisms on agricultural weeds; conducts various laboratory tests and performs fieldwork; and performs other related duties as assigned. Plant pathogens considered are microscopic organisms and include fungi, viruses, bacteria, and nematodes.
Hawai’i Seed Growers Network
Hawaii
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The Hawai’i Seed Growers Network is looking for experienced seed growers to join their Network and provide quality locally produced seed for the Networkʻs Online Marketplace. They request that growers are able to produce a minimum of 1000 seeds of the varieties currently offered through the Marketplace or, when introducing new varieties, request production of a minimum of 3000 seeds. Contact: Jay Boost jbost@hawaii.edu for a New Seed Grower Application or with questions.
Hawaii Farm Bureau's Farm to Food Program
Oahu
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The Farm to Food Program is sponsored by the City & County of Honolulu to help provide free meals to Oahu residents in need while supplying farmers and ranchers with new markets for their locally grown produce and proteins. If you are interested in selling your locally grown product to the Farm to Food program, fill out the form below.
One Oahu
Oahu
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The C&C of Honolulu’s Office of Economic Revitalization launched OneOahu.org to coordiante support for community, families, and businesses, as we navigate COVID-19.
They offer helpful, consistent email updates targeting the economic revitilization needs as well.
One-on-One WUSATA Overview Consultations
Nationwide
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WUSATA, an organization that aims to increase US exports by connecting agribusinesses to the world, is offering free hour-long sessions for businesses to learn more about their Global Connect, FundMatch, and Export Education programs. This is a great opportunity for businesses looking to export their products internationally.
Hamakua Harvest
Hawaii
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Hamakua Harvest is looking for interested farmers, ranchers, food producers, and other vendors for their weekly farmers market on Sundays in Honoka’a.
Da Box
Hawaii
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Da Box is a community supported agriculture program that purchases local produce to sell to customers island-wide. Da Box is not currently accepting new customer sign-ups but interested customers may call to be placed on a wait list.
Farm Link Hawaii
Oahu
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Farm Link Hawaii is an online marketplace and distribution service to sell local produce, meat, and processed foods. They have one 16-ft refrigerated delivery van and cold storage remote hubs in Hale‘iwa, Ka‘a‘awa, Waimānalo, and Waianae.
University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (UH CTAHR) Oahu Farm to School Coordinator position
Oahu
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This position was previously focused on Leeward Oahu only, but will now have an island-wide scope, with a focus on Title I schools on Oahu. Please direct any questions to Dr. Monica Esquivel at monicake@hawaii.edu.
MAʻO Organic Farms
Oahu
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Mao Organic Farms is hiring and expanding its team. They are looking for motivated individuals to fulfill several positions within their team.
Kōkua Learning Farm Youth Internship
Oahu
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Where: Kōkua Learning Farm at 66-71 Achiu Lane Haleiwa, HI 96712. Across the street from the North Shore Marketplace
When: June 6th - July13th 2022, Monday and Wednesdays from 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Who: Open to 20 students from Wahiawā to Kahuku entering grades 7-12 and Graduating Seniors C/O 2022.
Students from Wheeler MS, Wahiawā MS, Leilehua HS, Waialua HIS, and Kahuku HIS. Private and homeschool students from these areas are also encouraged to apply. Students from outside these areas will be added to a waitlist.
For information on the website click here.
Plant Quarantine Inspector I
Hawaii Island
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Serve in a trainee capacity; receive on-and-off-the-job training in the principles, concepts, work processes, laws, rules, regulations, and technical and scientific reference material fundamental to the plant quarantine program; and perform other related duties as assigned.
Farm-to-state program seeks interested suppliers
Statewide
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The Hawaii Department of Agriculture invites agricultural producers to share product availability information with state-operated institutional partners, such as schools and hospitals, to prepare for procurement of local agricultural products. The interest form can be completed online.
Maui Hub
Maui
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Maui Hub is a nonprofit community-based organization that provides local fresh affordable produce to low income residents, food banks, and community kitchens. Producers deliver their products on Thursdays with an invoice of their goods and will be paid on the spot. To learn more about the program and eligible produce, click here.
East Hawaii Farm-to-Car Program
Hawaii
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Hilo Country Farm Bureau invites producers to participate in their new East Hawaii Farm-to-Car Program. Consumers will be able to shop for local produce, meats, eggs, cheeses, baked goods, and value added products online, and pick up their order at a drive-thru market at the Puna Hongwanji Mission in Kea’au. Interested food producers should fill out this short form.
Hawaiiverse
Statewide
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The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii has launched Hawaiiverse to support local businesses through compiling coupons and giveaways offered by local businesses. It is a free platform for both businesses and users, and all businesses and nonprofits statewide can participate. To sign up, click here. To view the site, click here.
Foodland Seeking Produce and Products
Statewide
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Foodland hopes to support local farmers by purchasing the supply of food produced until the demand resumes and/or by facilitating food distribution. The goal is to minimize the need to import food. Complete the following form to inquire about sales opportunities.
Good Clean Food Hawaii
Oahu
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Good Clean Food Hawaii provides island wide production and distribution of Meal Prep services, which includes but is not limited to sourcing, prepping, cooking, packing, delivering/logistics, and cusomter servicing. They offer contactless door-to-door meal prep delivery. They own a full size, certified kitchen in Kailua and two refrigerated delivery vans.
Climate Resilience & Equity Program Manager
Oahu
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The Climate Resilience and Equity Program facilitates engagement with frontline communities to increase participation and representation in, as well as benefits from, programs, projects, and policies to address climate change.
Hookuaaina
Oahu
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Hookuaaina is hiring for a part-time position as an Education Specialist. The primary focus is a professional position coordinating, curriculum, evaluation, administration, and outreach/communications of all educational programs for K-12 plus college including ASA (Ahupuaa Systems Apprenticeship).For more information about this opportunity please email Michele at michele@hookuaaina.org
Agronomist
Oahu
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A full-time 12-month Agronomist position is currently available. This position provides overall leadership in all agronomic matters for Hawaii Agriculture Research Center’s field projects and for field site maintenance. The position supports the other research staff in the proper design of field trials and their maintenance. The organization concentrates on tropical crops and forestry emphasizing the identification of new crops or production practices through plant breeding and varietal evaluation. It also works in integrated pest management, and soil health and has initiated a privately funded Agricultural/Solar Research and Development Center.
Adaptations Food Hub
Hawaii
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Adaptations Food Hub on Hawai‘i Island is growing its network of farm suppliers. The food hub makes weekly pick ups from farms in Waimea on Tuesdays and Fridays and islandwide on Wednesdays. Contact the food hub for more information at 808-324-6600 or order.adapt@gmail.com.
Malama Kauai CSA Program
Kauai
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Malama Kauai currently offers produce bags and bread for purchase as part of their CSA model, and if looking to add proteins and value added products soon. If you are a value-added product maker and are interested in participating, fill out the following form.
Waimea Farmers Market on Kauai Accepting Vendors
Kauai
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Waimea Farmers Market on Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 pm is accepting new vendors. Booths are free. The Waimea Farmers Market is the only market on island accepting SNAP/EBT and Da Bus Double Up Food Bucks. If interested, email Fanny at halepunakauai@gmail.com.
Farm to Food Nonprofit Program
Oahu
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The HFB will be purchasing locally grown food to provide to communities in need. Neighbor island produce and proteins may participate if purchased from an Oahu based distributor. HFB needs information on products that are available immediately, so please fill out this form if interested!
Register Your Products with Hawaii Agriculture & Food Products
Statewide
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HDOA maintains a list of Hawaii vendors and products. If any purchase inquiries come their way, HDOA directs interested buyers to this directory. Mana Up, a company that supports products rooted in Hawaii, uses HDOA’s site to source the ingredients that they need, so if you are looking for buyers for your agricultural products, make sure to register your products on the website. Click here to see ingredients that some companies said they wish they could source in Hawaii!
Malama Virtual Farmers Market
Kauai
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Malama Virtual Farmers Market provides free deliveries of local produce and products. Customers can shop 7 days a week, 24 hours a day and can purchase produce, baked goods, chocolate, meat and seafood.
Statewide Food: Resources and Needs
Statewide
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This community-sourced document lists food needs and resources throughout the state in an effort to connect those looking for food with those who are looking to sell.