Family&Friends of Ag

Family and Friends of Agriculture is an organization that supports Kaua’i farmers and advocates for issues that address the concerns of the local ag community.

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Science innovations and advancements in digital tools are helping farmers work more sustainably and become better stewards of the earth’s natural resources. #supporthawaiiagriculture https://t.co/Uhir8WWRi6

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Gov. David Ige has designated Phyllis Shimabukuro-Geiser as acting chairperson of the Hawai‘i Board of Agriculture on Jan. 30, 2019. The designation comes after Denise Albano resigned for personal reasons on Jan. 29. https://t.co/bzQvT4HjuF

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Make sure the food you eat has been washed properly and cooked to the appropriate temperatures to avoid Rat Lungworm Disease. Learn more at https://t.co/OXpjeKjav3 https://t.co/yZTPAO6jqY

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Officials are optimistic they can eradicate the ingestion of little fire ants discovered recently in a Kaneohe neighborhood. #LFA https://t.co/HwFG0j9qTU

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“I put all my eggs in one basket. I shipped a 40-foot container of inventory and signed a commercial lease, all within one month.”
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Holy guacamole. Avocado fans: This one is for you!
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We were proud to help sponsor the Kauai Regional Hawaii State Science Olympiad for the 4th year! Congratulations to all of the students who participated. #STEM https://t.co/JgeeFBWOYa

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The topics for this year’s workshops will include tree and shrub pruning, soil fertility, pest control and native plants. These workshops will be offered on Saturdays: Feb. 2, April 6, June 1 and Aug. 3 https://t.co/O0YUUkbNzp

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Congratulations to all of the students at the 11th Annual Kauai Regional Hawaii State Science Olympiad! With 27 events, Kauai has the largest regional tournament in the state! Mahalo to all of the... https://t.co/SQUSFrouBz

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Congratulations to the HHSC Kauai Region for beginning farm to table meals at the hospitals! This first meal highlighted local Kauai Shrimp and delighted staff! We are excited at the potential of this program and the partnership with local agriculture! #supporthawaiiagriculture

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The former Safeway space at Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo soon will have a new tenant. A lease has been signed with Tractor Supply Co., mall management confirmed this week. #supporthawaiiagriculture https://t.co/QDeDXhHZhe

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It wasn’t long ago that the better part of West Hawaii’s agriculture industry paid little mind to an invasive pest ravaging Hawaii Island’s windward shores. But in subsequent years, little fire ants have captured the attention of South Kona farmers.... https://t.co/E458BcBtxB

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The looming closure of Big Island Dairy presents a major challenge for Oahu’s only dairy farm. #supporthawaiiagriculture https://t.co/qCu7Q2a75f

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“This is not even the biggest. He would never brag, but we had one that was 7 or 8 pounds. He just brings them in a big bag for us.” #supporthawaiiagriculture https://t.co/MFl0j3A8P9

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They measure 1/16th of an inch long, and are considered among the world's worst invasive species. https://t.co/4uiAkmrazU

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“If we have a commitment from the largest restaurant in the State of Hawai‘i to purchase locally grown food, this is the way I see a path forward to put active production on agricultural land the state has... https://t.co/ptt39OF3Kr

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The garden, located on the Kealakekua ahupaʻa, was bequeathed to Bishop Museum in 1974 as as an “educational and cultural resource” upon the death of owner Amy Greenwell, a well known botanist and archaeologist. https://t.co/4PLxa1JRQz

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On Wednesday, Senator Ron Kouchi was re-elected Senate President: In his opening day remarks, Kouchi discussed his plans to focus on growing more food to be consumed locally, something he’s... https://t.co/b4pEQJU3Jq

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“Hospitals are stressful with significant challenges, and meal time offers an opportunity to bring joy into the day of our patients, residents, visitors, physicians... https://t.co/m6cs2nVx2Y

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“Our goal was to save the animals and have them go to their forever homes or put them in retirement.” https://t.co/8Ty7g9ON10