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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Wanted: Volunteer Hilo Gardeners for "The Plan"

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14 May 2012

Natural Farming: From one person to another

What would happen if we planted taro in our public spaces?

 10 People

 $100 “Micro-loan”

 1000 Square Feet of Food

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.

Can you imagine what 100 taro plants would look like in Hilo’s public spaces?

Come see for real!

We are looking for 10 people to do Korean Natural Farming in Hilo’s public spaces. Applications for this round of planting ENDS May 31st 2012.

Contact: Rick Kobayashi at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden seeks banana caretakers

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16 April 2012

Mai'a Manini.
Mai'a Manini.

Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden in South Kona has a small collection of Hawaiian banana varieties that require regular tender-loving care. We are looking for volunteers to care for the bananas to keep them vibrant, healthy, and tidy, especially for the next Breadfruit Festival on September 29, 2012, which will feature bananas. Guidance will be given in how to care for bananas. If you would like to become a volunteer caretaker, please call the Garden Director Peter van Dyke at 323-3318.

Hāmākua farm land for lease

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09 April 2012

Hāmākua North Hilo Agricultural Cooperative

Lot sizes from 5 to 20 acres   
Irrigation water available
Long term lease expires 2033   
No residential use allowed
$150 per acre/year + $300 admin fee
Must meet Dept. of Agriculture qualifications


For further information contact:

Hāmākua North Hilo Agricultural Cooperative
(808) 775-1107          Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Or visit our website at: www.hamakuaagcoop.org

New Maku'u Backyard Growers Co-op in Puna

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27 March 2012

 Whether you have a few loaded trees in your yard or a full fledged farm, we can help you get your produce to market and make some money. We are currently accepting growers in the area around Maku'u market into this newly formed co-op. Click here to see our  new website.
The idea is simple - you harvest your trees and we pick up that harvest the evening before market. You set your price, we keep 25% of sales, remaining costs and profits are split between members according to what sells each day. You no longer have to feel bad about fruit rotting on the ground - we'll make it easy to get more local produce to local markets, to build local economy and increase our island's food security. We can also talk about other homemade products like jams, pesto, and other treats. We are looking for pesticide free growers only and look forward to hearing from you! Mary & Sean Jennings
982-8925

Holuakoa Gardens seeks citrus

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09 March 2012

Holuakoa Gardens & Cafe in Holualoa is known for its use of local produce, supplied mainly by farmers in Kona. We are looking for steady suppliers of high quality citrus including lemons, limes, tangerines, oranges, and others. Please contact Barb at 322-5072 for more information.

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