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New farmer guide to marketing released
A new publication entitled "Hawai'i Island Farmer's Guide to Accessing Local Markets" gives both novice and experienced farmers a leg up in developing and expanding their sales. From a farmer's perspective, the information found within the guide will help answer questions such as, "What crops should I grow?", and, "Who should I market to?" The guide reveals critical protocols and strategies on accessing and retaining markets based on the advice of 31 Hawai'i Island producers, processors, distributors, and retailers highlighted in the guide. Published by Hawai‘i Community College Office of Continuing Education and Training, Center for Agricultural Success, and Permanent Agriculture Resources, the guide was conceived of and co-authored by Waipi'o taro farmer Jim Cain, who has been working for many years to re-invigorate local food production in Hamakua by training new farmers. Download a pdf file of the new 76-page publication here.
Newsletter 40 - June 2012
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Aloha! The summer rains have returned to Kona, and all the plants have burst into luxuriant growth. After many dry months, it's a good reminder that nature is inherently abundant. If we treat nature respectfully, there is no reason anyone should go hungry. Needed on Oahu: carrots, oranges, apples, celeryI am looking for a local farmer who can supply me with 105 pounds of carrots a week. I need this for medicinal purposes. Buying them from open markets is still pricey. Please let me know if you know of anyone who can supply me with carrots, oranges, apples, and celery. Mahalo plenty. Diane Lindsey Evening Rain Farm is For Sale
Wanted: Volunteer Hilo Gardeners for "The Plan"Natural Farming: From one person to anotherWhat would happen if we planted taro in our public spaces?
What is The Plan?Our goal is to help 10 people create ten gardens (10 feet x 10 feet) in Hilo. Each person will receive $100 worth of Korean Natural Farming materials and training (IMO, Biochar, Soil Preparation Solution, 3 hours of instruction from Drake Weinert of Natural FarmingHawaii.net, and 10 taro huli). We want to give 10 people first-hand experience with Korean Natural Farming, feed the soil with IMO and biochar, and feed family and friends in 9 months.
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