NR14-06April 23, 2014 HONOLULU — Two more coqui frogs were found recently on Oahu. One coqui frog was turned in by a grounds crew at a Waikiki hotel on April 12 and the other was captured by staff of the Hawaii Department of Agriculture (HDOA) at a Kalihi Valley home on the evening of April ...
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NR14-05April 14, 2014 HONOLULU — An extensive survey of an area in Waimanalo has determined that approximately four acres are infested with little fire ants (LFA), tiny invasive ants that can inflict painful stings. Crews surveyed more than 50 acres from Kumuhau St. to Mahailua St. in Waimanalo and determined that the infestation area is ...
Read More Little Fire Ant Infestation in Waimanalo Covers Four Acres
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NR14-04April 3, 2014 THREE COQUI FROGS CAPTURED ON OAHU AT SEPARATE LOCATIONS ...
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Due to popular demand, another Farmer Resource Workshop will be held on Friday, April 11 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Hawaii Agricultural Research Center in Kunia. The workshop is free and opened to farmers who would like to learn more about the services available from state and federal agencies, including: the U.S. Department ...
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Several HDOA divisions participated in the Ag Day at the Capitol on March 28. Here are some photos of the event. Plant Pest Control Branch Display Plant Quarantine Branch display Buy Local, It Matters! Hawaii Seals of Quality display More Seals of Quality!
NR14-03 March 27, 2014 HONOLULU — The state Attorney General’s Office and the Hawaii Department of Agriculture (HDOA) executed a search warrant today at a Manoa residence that involved illegal animals sent through the U.S. Mail. One person has been arrested. Questions regarding the arrest and any charges should be directed to the Attorney General’s ...
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Remember back in October, Team Aggie – a crew of HDOA volunteers – helped to clear and prepare garden beds at Alvah Scott Elementary as part of National Farm to School Month? (See write up and photos below article) . Here’s a follow-up article in the Star-Advertiser that tells of how their garden grows! ...
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You may now view the latest round of “Buy Local, It Matters” public service announcements (PSAs) on Channel HDOA on YouTube! The PSAs were produced by HDOA’s Market Development Branch and the production department at Oceanic Time Warner Cable. The PSAs were in high rotation on Cable channels, but if you did not get to ...
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A workshop for organic farmers will be held on: Friday, April 4, 2014Leeward Community College, Room CE-3031:00 to 3:30 p.m.Tuition fee: $25 The course will cover the definition of “organic,” organic certification, integrated pest management, pollinator protection, Worker Protection Standards, and the role of the Hawaii Department of Agriculture. The class instructor will be Steve ...
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NR14-02 HONOLULU — Hawaii Board of Agriculture Chairperson Scott Enright today announced Ken Kakesako as the new deputy to the chair of the Hawaii Department of Agriculture (DOA), effective immediately. “Ken brings great passion to Hawaii’s agricultural issues and offers extensive knowledge of the legislative process,” Enright said. “He will continue to be a great ...
Read More Ken Kakesako Appointed Deputy to Chair of Agriculture