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# GoFarm Hawaii

GoFarm Hawaii

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- [#StayAgCurious Kaua'i](https://gofarmhawaii.org/stayagcurious-kauai/) - We invite you to join us for GoFarm AgCurious Open House on April 6th 9a-12p farm tour work day style. Learn what our GoFarm Hawaii farming program has to offer, meet the team and become a part of the local food movement on Kaua’i. If you are interested in joining us, please sign up at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gofarm-hawaii-agcurious-open-house-kcc-field-training-site-tickets-48216939163
- [Mahi'ai Match Up Winners: De La Mesa Farms](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2525-2/) - It is with great pride that we Congratulate Bryan & Natalie Mesa as our Mahi'ai Match Up WINNERS! Through our partnerships with Kamehameha Schools & Ulupono Initiative we were able to make something like this happen to continue the good work of scaling our farmers and growing our local food system & economy. Mahalo to
- [EAT THINK DRINK: SMALL FARM TO BIG FARM—SCALING UP November 8th](https://gofarmhawaii.org/eat-think-drink-small-farm-to-big-farm-scaling-up-november-8th/) - The Hawaiʻi Agricultural Foundation presents EAT THINK DRINK: SMALL FARM TO BIG FARM—SCALING UP, our upcoming event that explores and examines the growing demand for locally grown food, and how small and large farming businesses can leverage opportunities to scale up their operations with innovative technology to meet the demand. This episode of EAT THINK DRINK will feature a
- [Celebrate Equinox in the Fields September 22nd](https://gofarmhawaii.org/celebrate-solstice-in-the-fields-september-22nd/) - Local Seeds for Local Needs Saturday, September 22, 330p-630p Attendance is FREE but advance registration is required. email jbost@hawaii.edu to reserve your spot.
- [Register Now!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agcurious-open-house-hawaii-island/) - It's that AgCurious Time Again! Here's the link to register. Yes, I want to GoFarm
- [Meet Your Farmer in Kaka'ako September 15th](https://gofarmhawaii.org/meet-your-farmer-in-kakaako-august-25th/) - In the Kaka'ako Area and looking to connect with fresh local food?? Do you have a farmer you can call on to get things locally sourced? Do you need to get one? Be sure to stop by Bento Homes on Septmeber 15th to get on a farmers list and check out food purveyors on Oahu
- [Farm Insights & Food Offerings](https://gofarmhawaii.org/serving-the-underserved/) - Here are the links:) Windward: North Shore:
- [GFH Coaches](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gfh-coaches/)
- [GoFarmer Profiles this Summer!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarmer-profiles-post/) - We are very excited to launch GoFarmer Profiles this Summer! Often, we are asked "who are GoFarmers"? and it is time that we showed & shared with you. In a nutshell, we are Everyone. We know that sounds broad but take a look at these profiles and video interviews to really understand who we are
- [Young student farming goes west](https://gofarmhawaii.org/http-www-virtualgrange-org-tutorial-small-engines-tips-for-preventative-maintenance/) - by John Steinhorst Click here to read the full article.
- [East Oahu look forward to recovery after historic flood hits islands](https://gofarmhawaii.org/many-hurdles-ahead-in-farming-our-land/) - Interview with - Priscilla Carbajal, Vida Farms Waimanalo Click here for the full article.
- [Spring Updates from Across the GoFarm Hawaii Island Chain](https://gofarmhawaii.org/spring-updates-from-across-the-gofarm-hawaii-island-chain/) - There is much to be grateful for as the Spring Season continues to unfold. The rain this year has brought with it many challenges and has tested us in many ways. It has pushed us to look for new solutions, strengthen our partnerships and practice patience. We keep rallying, surviving and thriving in our changing
- [Simple Ideas for better pack shed furniture by Josh Volk](https://gofarmhawaii.org/a-growing-number-of-young-americans-are-leaving-desk-jobs-to-farm/) - Click here to read the full article
- [Celebrating Variety! at The Variety Showcase Goes Tropical](https://gofarmhawaii.org/celebrating-variety-at-the-variety-showcase-goes-tropical/) - A big, bright Mahalo to The Culinary Breeding Network for all their contributions to the Food & Farm Scene and for selecting Hawaii as their first satellite Variety Show outside of Portland. We are very glad you decided to #GoTropical :) Another grand thank you to all the Farmers, Chefs, Breeders, Teams, Talents, Creatives and
- [Kaua'i AgXposure visits Kealia Farm](https://gofarmhawaii.org/kauai-agxposure-visits-kealia-farm/) - More great photos from GoFarm Hawai'i @ Kaua'i AgXposure - a visit to Kealia Farms with mentor Adam Asquith http://
- [First Annual GoFarm Hawai'i Alumni Reunion and Conference](https://gofarmhawaii.org/first-annual-gofarm-hawaii-alumni-reunion-and-conference/) - The GoFarm Hawai'i ohana is growing! A group of over 100 people from each of our 5 sites across the state gathered in Oahu to reaffirm the power of networking and collaboration as well as learn about scaling up production, value-added products, on farm educational models, financing opportunities for new farmers, calculating cost of production,
- [AgXposure kicks off @ Kaua'i](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agxposure-kicks-off-kauai/) - Cohort 6 begins with an orientation to the GoFarm Hawai'i site and get a chance to practice nursery skills for rooted cuttings and seeds.
- [North Shore AgCurious: March 4 & March 9](https://gofarmhawaii.org/kauai-agcurious-wednesday-january-17-2018/)
- [New cohort @ Windward announced](https://gofarmhawaii.org/new-cohort-windward-announced/) - For all of you hoping to get into the GoFarm Hawai`i program on O'ahu, dates have just been set. @Windward, Cohort 8 AgCurious - 5/4/17 (5:30-7:30pm) at Windward Community College. Location TBD but likely Hale Akoakoa. Directions will be posted on campus. RSVP to windward@gofarmhawaii.org or call 808-956-3530. AgCurious is where you will find out
- [Ka 'Ohi Nani Farm](https://gofarmhawaii.org/ka-ohi-nani-farm/) - Last day of AgXposure for the GoFarm Hawaii @ The Kohala Center participants. At Ka 'Ohi Nani Farm in Waimea with Lark Wiley's 1-acre market farm. AgSchool begins next week!
- [Aloha from Steven](https://gofarmhawaii.org/aloha-from-steven/) - Today is my last day leading GoFarm Hawai'i and I wanted to post a personal message of Aloha to all the participants (past and current) and supporters of our program. Your efforts have made GoFarm Hawai'i one of the largest and most successful beginning farmer training program in the Nation and give me great pride
- [Representing at the square building](https://gofarmhawaii.org/representing-at-the-square-building/) - Thanks to students/graduates Augusto, Ruvi, Jackie, Lauren, and Richard for helping to represent GoFarm Hawai`i at our State Capitol's AgDay today. All photos (c) Augusto Decastro Photography!
- [GFH@TKC:  Congratulations Cohort 1 !](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gfhtkc-congratulations-cohort-1/) - Cohort 1 from GFH@TKC (Hawai'i Island) has graduated from AgSchool this past month. These pictures do a good job of showcasing some beautiful harvest by this cohort and in-field learning with visiting CTAHR Extension Agent Jari Sugano. Great work Cohort 1 and thank you for paving the way for future cohorts!
- [Congratulations to GFH@North Shore grads!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/congratulations-to-gfhnorth-shore-grads/) - GFH@North Shore Cohort 5 completed AgSchool! This crew realizes that along with learning more about agriculture, they also gained a new farm family! Congratulations also to Coach Daniel for completing his first cohort as coach.
- [We are looking for a new AgBusiness consultant!  Please help us spread the word!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/we-are-looking-for-a-new-agbusiness-consultant-please-help-us-spread-the-word/) - Do you have marketing and business experience? Want to help Hawaii’s farmers and local food producers? A rare opportunity to join the University of Hawaii’s GoFarm Hawaii’s AgBusiness group as a consultant has just opened up. Use your real-world experience to help our clients (farmers and startup food manufacturers) with advice on marketing their companies
- [All things Musa (bananas!)](https://gofarmhawaii.org/all-things-musa-bananas/) - Thank you to Gabe Sachter Smith (aka Banana Gabe) for sharing his deep knowledge on banana biology and production to a group of GFH students, AgIncubatees, alumni and coaches today in Waimanalo! The morning was spent covering themes such as varietal selection, finding disease free planting material, strategies for reducing disease pressure, how to establish
- [GFH@ Maui getting AgCurious!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gfh-maui-getting-agcurious/) - On July 12, GFH@Maui held an AgCurious seminar with a full room of attendees looking for more information on the importance of Ag in Hawaii and options for new farmer training. Looking forward to starting with a new cohort of future farmers in August!
- [GFH@Kaua'i at E Hoʻolōkahi  Kā Lahui](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gfhkauai-at-e-hoʻolokahi-ka-lahui/) - Last Saturday GoFarm Hawai'i @ Kaua'i partipated in the E Hoʻolōkahi Kā Lahui community event. Coach Eric and students kicked back gave away lots of Kalo and talked up the program like mad.
- [GFH@windward AgSchool cohort 8 getting busy](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gfhwindward-agschool-cohort-8-getting-busy/) - Windward AgSchool students learned about and practiced bed prep for transplants and direct seeded crops today. Tomato and Eggplant transplants in! They also created a future trellis line with t-posts and began their plot design: where should I plant what?!?!
- [Kaua'i Field Trips - always good to get off the farm and learn from others](https://gofarmhawaii.org/kauai-field-trips-always-good-to-get-off-the-farm-and-learn-from-others/) - The Kauaʻi farmily took a trip down to National Tropical Botanical Gardens to visit the top of the nursery production facility to see some serious plant propagation!
- [Big Island (GFH@TKC) Cohort 2 dates announced!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/big-island-gfhtkc-cohort-2-dates-announced/) - AgCurious - Wednesday, September 14, 2017, 5:30-8:30 pm at the North Hawai'i Education and Research Center (NHERC) Conference Room, 45-539 Plumeria St., Honoka'a. RSVP to TKC@gofarmhawaii.org or call 808-220-2312. AgCurious is where you will find out about and apply for the subsequent phases below and attendance is required to enroll. AgXposure - 4 Saturdays: September 30,
- [Kaua'i Ferments!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/kauai-ferments/) - AgSchool Cohort at Kaua'i celebrates the end of their course with a final class of an important value-added skill like fermentation.
- [A field peek into week 8 of Windward AgSchool Cohort 8 - half way through!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/a-field-peek-into-week-8-of-windward-agschool-cohort-8-half-way-through/)
- [And their off!  North Shore AgPro Cohort 5 gets started in the field with a rainbow to celebrate](https://gofarmhawaii.org/and-their-off-north-shore-agpro-cohort-5-gets-started-in-the-field-with-a-rainbow-to-celebrate/) - AgPro Cohort 5 Students on Oahu's North Shore get started in their 1/8 acre plots and deepening their learning on soil science.... and it always helps when there is a rainbow to remind farmers why they love farming.
- [Windward Grad, Farmer Claire, gets some press!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/windward-grad-farmer-claire-gets-some-press/) - Here is a slice of the article in the Star Advertiser on Tuesday, August 29 that featured Farmer Claire: Nowhere on any list of Claire Fallon’s defining characteristics — loves theater, promotes female empowerment, practices responsible stewardship of the earth — will you find “processes negative feedback well.” And that itself goes a long
- [Windward AgSchool Cohort 8 CSA news + corn](https://gofarmhawaii.org/windward-agschool-cohort-8-csa-news-corn/) - Every cohort in AgSchool runs a 3 week CSA, and in addition to practicing harvesting, processing and food safety skills, they also get a taste for customer service as they design a newsletter to share with the CSA members. Each cohort is different and uniquely wonderful. Check out the newsletter from Cohort 8 @ windward
- [GFH@Maui AgSchool Cohort 2 gets going!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gfhmaui-agschool-cohort-2-gets-going/) - Bananas, starting seeds, field prep and cool tools: Cohort 2 is off to a great start!
- [The AgCurious come out on the Big island](https://gofarmhawaii.org/the-agcurious-come-out-on-the-big-island/) - Next stop after AgCurious Seminar is applying to AgXposure!
- [A day in the life of a farmer in training ...](https://gofarmhawaii.org/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-farmer-in-training/) - Impossible not to smile with pride when your harvesting from a bountiful field during a fresh morning with a group of people. Windward AgSchool cohort 8 CSA harvest day.
- [Maui AgSchoolers get busy in the field!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/maui-agschoolers-get-busy-in-the-field/) - AgSchool Cohort 2 at UH Maui College prep beds add amendments and compost before planting bush beans, sunflower, pole beans, cucumber, and basil. And ... That is not snow! They used shredded paper to mulch the new planting ... keeping in the moisture on these hot days as seeds germinate is the key.
- [Windward value-add lesson brings chopping, shredding, grinding and assembling!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/windward-value-add-lesson-brings-chopping-shredding-grinding-and-assembling/) - Makin a bunch of ferments with what was left in the fields was not enough today - this crew also nixtamalized flour corn they harvested, ground it and made some tamales with fresh salsa made from the morning's harvest! YUM!
- [Tractors: Big and Small](https://gofarmhawaii.org/tractors-big-and-small/) - Windward AgPro Cohort 8 learned the ins/outs of Big Tractor basics and also got an experiential reminder on how to use the walk-behind BCS as they flail-mowed some extremely bushy lablab cover crop. It was gear 1 all da way - which led to beautifully chopped up cover crop as well as some extra muscles
- [North Shore AgPro Field Evauations: Proud Day !](https://gofarmhawaii.org/north-shore-agpro-field-evauations-proud-day/) - AgPro Field Evaluation Days are a special time. AgPro students have to stand in front of their plot, detailing their experiences with agronomic and marketing successes and challenges. They are evaluated by GFH staff, local farmers and past GFH graduates. In addition to this, on Oahu, another cohort of GFH students gets to visit and
- [Congratulations to GFH@Maui Cohort 2 on completing AgSchool!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/congratulations-to-gfhmaui-agschool-cohort-2/)
- [Windward AgSchool Cohort 8 Graduation!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/windward-agschool-cohort-8-graduation/) - Congratulations to Cohort 8 as they embark on new ag-ventures!
- [Big Island AgXposure Cohort 2 ag-adventures](https://gofarmhawaii.org/big-island-agxposure-cohort-2-ag-adventures/) - GoFarm Hawai'i @ The Kohala Center kicks off Cohort 2 AgXposure with visits to farms and a value added producer.
- [Pumpkins for the keiki!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/pumpkins-for-the-keiki/) - GoFarm Hawaii @ UH Maui College AgSchool Cohort 2 grows pumpkins to share with UH Maui College Head Start Keiki! Pictured here is Coach PJ harvesting for the keiki to pull away the pumpkins in the wagon they brought.
- [HDOA Buy Local, It Matters Commercial featuring GoFarm Hawai'i graduates!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/hdoa-buy-local-it-matters-commercial-featuring-gofarm-hawaii-graduates/) - GoFarm Hawai'i graduates Leonard Hall and Priscilla Carbajal become movie stars! Buy Local, It Matters!
- [The Evapotranspirators :  Salad Bowl Tour](https://gofarmhawaii.org/the-evapotranspirators-salad-bowl-tour/) - GoFarm Hawaii staff/coaches attended a recent conference all together to learn about/from and share on the theme of Incubator Farms across the nation. Workshops, discussion sessions, and resource development focused on: Curriculum Design, Whole Farm Planning, Evaluation, Market Channel Development, Financial Literacy & Business Planning, Cooperative Farming Models, Supporting Farmer/Mentor Relationships, etc. It was a
- [Bonding over fencing](https://gofarmhawaii.org/bonding-over-fencing/) - GoFarm @The Kohala Center visited Patrick and Farrell Niemeyer’s 10-acre family farm in Umauma, about 16 miles north of Hilo. We started the day with an overview of the farm and Patrick shared how they transformed abandoned sugar land to what it is today, a diversified farm with sheep, a mixed fruit orchard, and a
- [North Shore meets Windward](https://gofarmhawaii.org/north-shore-meets-windward/) - GoFarm Hawai'i @ North Shore AgXposure students spend the morning with AgIncubatees and the afternoon with AgPro students at the Windward farm. Everyone benefits: The AgIncubatees and AgPro students get help and the AgXposure participants get a real taste of what their future may hold in the program as well as get very relevant mentoring.
- [Spreading the gospel on Kaua`i](https://gofarmhawaii.org/spreading-the-gospel-on-kauai/) - Coach Eric's never tires of making sure everyone knows about the goodness that is GoFarm Hawai`i @ Kaua`i. Here he is at the recent Mahi`ai Workshop at Kealia Farm, letting the audience (including many homesteaders) know about GFH and inviting them to hele mai to the AgCurious seminar at KCC on 2/22. Also at the
- [AgXposure encounters Sharks](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agxposure-encounters-sharks/) - Hilo Sharks that is. Where they process and retail coffee, vanilla, and cacao. Participants in GoFarm Hawai`i @ The Kohala Center's AgXposure class got to help process the cacao pods and beans. Profitable small scale farming often requires farmers to have a diversity of income streams including value-added products.
- [AgXposure to the rain](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agxposure-to-the-rain/) - We had a rainy but excellent AgXposure day at Mohala Farms! Kathy and Mark gave us a very inspirational talk under the Hale, followed by a tour, and then some good hands on activities. We split into 2 groups and tackled some chicken paddocks maintenance and banana weeding/mulching. Even with the less than desirable weather,
- [Great stuff (Kawaikini edition)](https://gofarmhawaii.org/great-stuff-kawaikini-edition/) - At GoFarm Hawaii, our staff are very engaged in their communities and so great "stuff" is always happening -- like at our Kaua`i site, where Coach Eric hosts children from Kawaikini (a Hawaiian charter school). More than a typical farm visit, the children come regularly to participate in many aspects of cultivating native (and non) crops and
- [Cohort 7 AgPro get started in the field](https://gofarmhawaii.org/cohort-7-agpro-get-started-in-the-field/) - And their off! AgPro cohort 7 students have mowed and tilled in the cover crop in their plots and are now forming beds and incorporating amendments. But where is winter? It's hot out here!
- [Big Island AgXposure](https://gofarmhawaii.org/big-island-agxposure/) - We went mauka to makai today with kalo. At the awesome Kāko'o to the farm at Namoku ('ahupua'a)/Honoka'a. GoFarm Hawaii and The Kohala Center are both running beginning farmer training programs on the Big Island. Differing models but both great programs.
- [North Shore gets kicka** facilities](https://gofarmhawaii.org/north-shore-gets-kicka-facilities/) - Our first AgPro cohort at Waialua had to make do with makeshift facilities, but Kevin Flanagan of Agrefab (and Waimanalo farmer and GoFarm Hawaii goto-guy for repairs on O'ahu) built this sweet 3-line food safety compliant wash station and cold storage cooler using Cool-Bot (tm) technology. Thanks to Kevin and Pioneer for making this happen!
- [GoFarm @ The Kohala Center kicks off!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-the-kohala-center-kicks-off/) - Our very first AgCurious event was held in Honoka'a on the Big Island. It was a great turnout with about 50 people attending, including speakers from Hawaii County and Kamehameha Schools (both supporters of the program), beginning farrmers, and uncle Jim Cain of King Laulau poi. Thanks to The Kohala Center for partnering with us
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## Pages

- [Our Story](https://gofarmhawaii.org/)
- [Hawaiʻi Produce Seasonality Chart](https://gofarmhawaii.org/produce-chart/) - This chart is intended to help inform food buyers with their menu planning and buying strategies. The chart provides details on when 50 different types of vegetables and fruits are available from Hawaiʻi farmers throughout the year. It also lists production scale, storage requirements, and grow days to help buyers plan their work with local
- [AgOrchard Courses](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agorchard-courses/) - Oʻahu AgOrchard Cohort 4: May 27 - August 1, 2026 Class Schedule: Wednesdays, Online 5:30p - 7:30p Saturdays, Field Trips 8a - 2p Hawaiʻi Island AgOrchard Upcoming Cohort 4 Course Schedule (10 non-consecutive weeks) Thursdays, Online 5:30p-7:30p Saturdays, Field Trips 8a-2p Program duration: November 5, 2026 - March 13, 2027 Class dates: Week 1: November
- [Maui Calendar](https://gofarmhawaii.org/calendar/maui/) - More information about Pūlehunui, Maui Calendar and Registration Info: Current 10 completed in April 2026 Cohort 10 completed in April 2026 To get on the email list to be notified about the next cohort or all future sessions, Click Here. To learn more, read our FAQ. Phases are intended to be taken sequentially. Find more
- [Windward Calendar](https://gofarmhawaii.org/calendar/windward-calendar/) - Oʻahu AgriFloristry Course 2026 Dates TBA Sign up here to be notified of upcoming AgriFloristry information and other related events Cohort 17 completed in May 2026 To get on the email list to be notified of Cohort 18 or all future sessions, (Sign-up Here) Successful completion is required for eligibility to apply to subsequent phases.
- [North Shore Calendar](https://gofarmhawaii.org/calendar/north-shore/) - More Information about Kamananui, Oʻahu Calendar and Registration Info: Cohort 13 completed in May 2026 Oʻahu AgOrchard Course 2026 Dates TBA Sign up here for notification about Orchard Classes and related workshops. Click here for AgOrchard FAQs. Cohort 13 completed in May 2026 To get on the email list to be notified about Cohort 13
- [Training Site Calendars](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-farmer-training-site-calendars/) - For site-specific information, location schedules, and offerings, please click on the specific site links below for details: Kamananui, Oʻahu | Waimānalo, Oʻahu | Pūlehunui, Maui | ʻAlae, Hawaiʻi Island Kamananui, Oʻahu Our site in Kamananui, Oʻahu is located in Waialua (Only participants and pre-scheduled visitors are allowed on site)Ahupuaʻa: KamananuiMoku: WaialuaMokupuni: OʻahuMore information about Kamananui,
- [Farmer Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/farmer-resources-2/) - A listing of Resources in the areas of business, production and value-added agriculture along with contact information can be found in our Resources for Farmers and Value Added Producers document. The following reflect some additional articles and resources offering ideas on how farmers can take care of themselves, their farms, and their local communities. General
- [Jobs & Opportunities](https://gofarmhawaii.org/job-opportunities/) - We’re hiring! GoFarm Hawaiʻi is looking for a full-time Farm Coach to join our team at our Waimānalo training farm beginning September 1, 2026. This position will work closely with our Waimānalo team—including our Lead Farm Coach and Farm-Site Assistant—while collaborating with our statewide Educational Programs, Operations, and Business teams to deliver hands-on beginning farmer education. What you’ll
- [2026 Financial Webinars](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2026-financial-foundations-webinars/) - Thank you for attending the GoFarm/Feed the Hunger Fund Financial Webinars! Below are the resources/presentations from the sessions. Please take a few minutes to complete the evaluation for the most recent workshop series here: Webinar Survey Workshop Contacts GoFarm Hawai'i - Erik Shimizu: erikms@hawaii.edu FTHF - Eric Bowman: ericbowman@feed-hunger.com 2026 Workshop Resources July 6th
- [Irrigation & Water Management](https://gofarmhawaii.org/irrigation-water-management-resources/) - This resource hub shares tools and training materials developed through our WERME irrigation project to help Hawaiʻi farmers improve water efficiency, reduce labor, evaluate irrigation investments, and plan for backup water needs. Featured Resources Recorded WebinarWatch the 2026 GoFarm Hawaii webinar on water conservation practices, irrigation technology, automation, and backup water planning. Fact SheetsDownload practical
- [Food Safety](https://gofarmhawaii.org/farmer-resources-2/foodsafety/) - Compliance Do you fall under FSMA regulations? Labeling and signage rules for Qualified Exempt farms | UMN Extension Produce Safety Rule: How is Produce Classified?: List of crops exempt from FSMA Produce Safety Rule (PSR) - Commercial Processing Exemption for Taro Training and Education Produce Safety Alliance at Cornell University. On-Farm Self Assessment Form
- [Contact Us](https://gofarmhawaii.org/contact-us/) - Email us at info@gofarmhawaii.org Call us: 808-956-3530 Find us on Social Media: Additional Questions? Ask us here How to support our GoFarm Students and Alumni? Do you have access to an available plot of land and want to lease to one of our alumni? Please fill out our land matching form by following this link:
- [GoFarm AgBusiness Client Intake](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-agbusiness-client-intake/) - We’re here to support new and existing agribusinesses strengthen their business models with technical support in areas of finance, marketing, production, business planning and resources. Business assistance and consultations are available to discuss goal setting, business strategy, financial analysis, market opportunity and more. Fill out the form below to get started and schedule a 1-on-1
- [Connect with us!](https://gofarmhawaii.org/connect-with-us/) - Loading…
- [](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaii-flood-loss-assessment-tool/) - Agricultural Flood Loss Assessment Tool GoFarm Hawaiʻi Agricultural Flood Loss Assessment Tool Use this tool to estimate flood-related crop and farm losses for insurance, disaster assistance, grant documentation, or your own records. After submission, you will receive a PDF summary by email. Before You Begin Enter one crop or production unit at a time. After
- [Agricultural Educational Opportunities](https://gofarmhawaii.org/ag-industry-educational-opportunities/) - In addition to the GoFarm Hawaiʻi Program, there are a number of opportunities available to expand your agricultural knowledge: College pathways (University of Hawaiʻi System): UH Mānoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources UH West Oahu Sustainable Community Food Systems program UH Leeward Community College Plant Biology and Tropical Agriculture program UH Windward Community College
- [GoFarm Program FAQs](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agcurious-faqs/) - I am interested in your program, what do I do next? First, please review the details of our training program here: GoFarm Training Program Second, look at the calendar schedule for the site you are interested in applying to: GoFarm Training Site Calendars Third, make sure that you get on the list to be notified
- [Who We Are](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-ohana/who-we-are/) - Our People GoFarm Hawaiʻi has had the good fortune of having a team of talented and dedicated professionals who share a vision of developing well-prepared commercial farmers for Hawaiʻi. Our current team members are: GoFarm Hawaiʻi Directors: Janel Yamamoto Director of the GoFarm Hawaiʻi Program. Janel holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance and a Master's
- [Statewide Beginning Farmer Training Program](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-training-program/) - Do you think you might have it within you to do the hard work and learn the various aspects of farming? To meet the inevitable challenges with creativity and determination? Commit to Hawaiʻi’s premier beginning farmer training program with the goal of becoming a successful commercial farmer? If so, then we’re ready to help you!
- [Upcoming Events](https://gofarmhawaii.org/events/) - Join us in-person or online for an upcoming event!
- [Funders](https://gofarmhawaii.org/funders/) - Mahalo to the following organizations for their generous support and collaboration
- [Outsourcing the Back Office](https://gofarmhawaii.org/outsourcing-the-back-office/) - As a beginning or small farmer, your focus is probably on the day-to-day operations of running and growing your farm. And although critical to your business, the last thing you may want to think about is paperwork. To eliminate burdensome requirements associated with human resources, payroll, and accounting, you might want to consider hiring other
- [Hawaiʻi Island Calendar](https://gofarmhawaii.org/calendar/hawaii-island/) - More information about ʻAlae, Hawaiʻi Calendar and Registration Info: Cohort 11 is currently in session until March 2026 - Recruiting now for Cohort 12! Cohort 11 is in session until May 2026 Upcoming Cohort 12 Dates AgCurious, Informational Webinar 4/7 AgXposure 4/28 - 5/27 AgXcel 6/16 - 12/19 To get on an email list and
- [Our Story](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-ohana/history/) - Mission Statement: Our mission is to enhance Hawaiʻi's food security and economy by increasing the number of sustainable, local agricultural producers. We do this by offering those with an interest in agriculture a combination of knowledge, experience, and support to reach their full potential. Our History Originally known as the Agribusiness Incubator Program (AIP), the
- [GoFarm Hawaiʻi Annual Report](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaiʻi-annual-report/) - Annual Report 2025 by GoFarm Hawai'i
- [Tickets Checkout](https://gofarmhawaii.org/tickets-checkout/)
- [Order Completed](https://gofarmhawaii.org/tickets-order/)
- [Kauaʻi Calendar](https://gofarmhawaii.org/calendar/kauai/) - More information about Haʻikū, Kauaʻi After completion of 14 successful cohorts at the Ha'iku site, on-site farmer training programs have been paused. Support for alumni and all agribusinesses is available through our statewide support. Contact: info@gofarmhawaii.org.
- [AgBusiness Services](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-business-services/) - The GoFarm Hawaiʻi AgBusiness Team helps new and existing farm and food businesses strengthen their business models with technical support. Our team provides business assistance and consultations to any operations that produce, use, or promote agriculture in the State of Hawaiʻi. Service Areas Business Training and Resources We conduct agribusiness training statewide, often in collaboration
- [Beginning Farmer Training Certifications](https://gofarmhawaii.org/beginning-farmer-training-certifications/) - Graduates of the Beginning Farmer Training Program should be proud of their accomplishments and the skills and knowledge they have obtained should serve them well in the pursuit of their farming careers. To elaborate on this you can find detailed descriptions of the skills taught during our program phases by following the links below.
- [Training Calendar](https://gofarmhawaii.org/calendar/) - For site-specific information, location schedules, and offerings, please click on the specific site links below for details: North Shore Oʻahu Hawaiʻi Island Maui Windward Oʻahu Kauaʻi Want to be notified when future cohorts are starting? To get notified about future sessions, sign-up for our mailing list here. Want more information about the GoFarm Hawaiʻi Training
- [New GoFarm Hawaiʻi Site - Maui](https://gofarmhawaii.org/new-gofarm-hawaiʻi-site-maui/) - After over 7 years at UHMC, we are expanding the GoFarm Hawaiʻi program on Maui at a new farm site and are able to offer incubation to future graduates. We have broken ground on Mahi Pono land, off of Maui Veterans Highway near the Maui Humane Society. We will be offering educational opportunities and volunteer
- [Waimānalo, Oʻahu Training Site](https://gofarmhawaii.org/waimanalo-training-site/) - We seek to understand the history and cultural context of what it means to farm here in Hawai’i, and to share what we learn with those who also have the privilege and honor to be involved in the stewardship of ‘aina. Information that we share here related to Hawaiian culture is brought with an awareness
- [GoFarmer Profiles: Windward](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarmer-profiles-windward/) - Types of Products & Where to Find Them: Counter Culture - Rob Barreca, Gabe Sachter-Smith, Laarni Gedo Diversified & Certificated Organic Foods & Ferments: Farm Link Hawaiʻi, Farmers Markets, Grocers www.counterculturehawaii.com Ahiki Acres - Haley Miyaoka, Matthew McKinnon Diversified Vegetables:Restaurants, Farmers Markets, Down to Earth, Farm Link Hawaiʻi, Online www.ahikiacres.com Augustine Family Farm - John
- [Resources for Hawaii Landowners and Farmers](https://gofarmhawaii.org/resources-for-hawaii-landowners-and-farmers/) - Land Leasing Resources For Landowners: Making My Land Available for Farming is an introductory resource for landowners looking to lease out their land. Towards Land Justice is a resource for landowners who want to advance social justice by leasing ag lands to historically oppressed communities and peoples. For Farmers What are your land options in
- [AgriFloristry Course](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agrifloristry-course/) - About the AgriFloristry Program Ready to turn your love of flowers into a thriving farm business? AgriFloristry is an 8-week short course that blends technical knowledge, field experience, along with local market and business insight to help you grow, source, or design with flowers successfully — from seed to sale. Whether you’re dreaming of creating
- [AgBusiness Team](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agbusiness-team/) - The GoFarm Hawaiʻi AgBusiness Team helps new and existing agribusinesses strengthen their business models with technical support in areas of finance, marketing, business planning and resources. Business assistance and consultations are available to discuss goal setting, business strategy, financial analysis, market opportunity and more. GoFarm Hawaiʻi Director - Janel Yamamoto Director of the GoFarm
- [AgriFloristry Course Sign Up](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agrifloristry-course-sign-up/)
- [Make a Donation](https://gofarmhawaii.org/how-you-can-help/) - GoFarm Hawai‘i relies on grants and external funding to run our programs. Continued funding is essential for us to keep training new farmers, increasing land access, and helping local farms grow strong businesses. If you believe in a more self-sufficient Hawai‘i built on thriving local agriculture, we invite you to support our work. Your donation
- [Translated AgBusiness Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/translated-agbusiness-resources/) - The following GoFarm Hawaiʻi AgBusiness resources were translated and provided through North Shore Economic Vitality Partnership (NSEVP) Chinese Resources 农业经营资源 Business Management Resources 现金周转 Cash Flow 获得补贴支持 Grant Support 为您的业务借款 Borrowing Money For Your Business 农业旅游 AgriTourism Considerations 增值产品Value Added Product Considerations Thai Resources ทร ัพยากรด้านธุรกิจการเกษตร Agriculture Business Resources ประมาณการกระแสเงินสด Cash Flow การขอร ับเงินทุนสน ับสนุน
- [How GoFarm Hawaiʻi Land Matching Works](https://gofarmhawaii.org/how-gofarm-hawaii-land-matching-works-confidential-secure/) - At GoFarm Hawaiʻi, we believe in the importance of building relationships between landowners and farmers. Our primary focus is on facilitating land lease agreements, providing farmers with the opportunity to farm while helping landowners find responsible tenants for their property. If land ownership is the ultimate goal, we can explore additional ways to provide support
- [Land Opportunities and Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/land-opportunities-and-resources/) - This platform is designed to support both landowners and farmers with confidential land matching services and resources on leasing and land ownership. Agricultural Land Resources Land Matching Services GoFarm Hawaiʻi Land Statement In our efforts to support land access for Hawai‘i’s farmers, we work to honor the land as a living entity that nourishes and
- [AgTraining and Technical Assistance Network](https://gofarmhawaii.org/aghelp/) - If you already have or are looking to start an agricultural business in Hawaiʻi, there are many local service providers that can support you! The following provides an overview of some of them and they type of work they do: [pdf-embedder url="https://gofarmhawaii.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/AgTraining-Hui-Revamp.pdf" title="AgTraining Hui Revamp"] Click for PDF Download Find out more about each organization
- [Mālama Da Farmer Webinar Series 2025](https://gofarmhawaii.org/malama-da-farmer-webinar-series-2025/) - Planning to scale your farm? Join us and The Food Basket for a 5-part webinar series on ways to scale up your farm business. Dates and descriptions below: 2/3: New Crop OpportunitiesGain insights into assessing market demand, determining crop suitability for your location, and understanding the basics of production planning for new crops. (Webinar Recording)
- [Do you have a cash flow projection?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/do-you-have-a-cash-flow-projection/) - Most businesses fail due to a lack of cash. Therefore, a great business, pricing or profit model will be worthless if you do not ensure that you have sufficient cash to buy farm inputs, pay bills, or pay/hire employees. In this section we will take you step by step through the development of a cash
- [Succession Planning Services](https://gofarmhawaii.org/succession-planning-services/) - Through a grant from American Farmland Trust, GoFarm Hawai'i is able to offer 1:1 assistance and consulting for Hawaii farm businesses and landowners. Please reach out to us today to get started by emailing info@gofarmhawaii.org
- [GoFarm Hawaii AgBusiness Assignments](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agbusiness-assignment-page/) - The Business Plan Assignments are designed to help students get prepared to run a business in Hawaii. During your course, you will be required to do the following: Business Plan Assignment (Questionnaire, Field Map, Production Plan, and Cash Flow Projection) Use this assignment to document your business goals, a detailed plan to get there, and
- [Land Matching Forms](https://gofarmhawaii.org/land-matching-forms/) - For Landowners: Complete our confidential landowner form to provide details about your property and the type of farmer or partnership you’re looking for. Landowners Looking for Farm Tenant For Farmers: Fill out the farmer interest form to share your farming goals, experience, and land needs. We’ll review and work to find you a compatible match.
- [2024 Managing Risk: Insurance Options for Farmers](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2024-managing-risk-insurance-options-for-farmers/) - Thank you for attending the GoFarm/Feed the Hunger Fund webinar on Managing Risk: Insurance Options for Farmers! Below are the resources/presentations from the session. Please take a few minutes to complete the evaluation for this webinar and let us know if there are any topics you'd like to see in future webinars/workshops here: https://forms.gle/brVzcLVu2q4bG6Yr8
- [Farm Succession & Transfer: Planning for the Future](https://gofarmhawaii.org/farm-succession-transfer-planning-for-the-future/) - Farm Succession Resources Succession Planning Services For Farm Operators: Why Succession Planning is Critical A Legacy for the Land: Succession is about more than passing on property—it’s preserving your farm’s legacy, values, and purpose for future generations. Start Early: Even if retirement feels far away, starting the succession planning process early allows for flexibility
- [Farm Succession Planning Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/farm-succession-planning-resources/) - DIAGRAM: Major Steps and Considerations during a transfer process WORKBOOK: Traditions to Transitions: Secure Your Family Farm and Agriculture Business for the Future. Written by the University of Hawaiʻi Cooperative Extension WORKBOOK Farm Succession Planning: Where Do I Start? written by Land for Good GENERAL OVERVIEW: Farm Succession Business and Legal Tools written by American Farmland Trust PLANNING TOOL:
- [GoFish Hawai'i](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofish-hawaii/) - Thank you for attending the GoFish Hawai'i Workshop series! Below are the resources/presentations from class along with additional information in the General Workshop Resources section. Also, Please take a few minutes to complete the evaluation for this workshop series here:https://forms.gle/Z1QdmnZ1V5ZTLKdC6 NEW Resources 2024 Cleaning Pump Leaf Filter COHORT 3 RESOURCES Workshop #1 (1/14/2024) Resources Introduction
- [Canoe Crop Collection](https://gofarmhawaii.org/canoe-crop-collection/) - Welcome to our GoFarm Hawaiʻi Canoe Crop Collection! Below you will find canoe crops that we grow on our farm sites and varieties that have special significance to our unique ecosystems and culture. It is our goal at GoFarm Hawaiʻi to provide a comprehensive access point for learning. We have included scientific and academic information
- [Kauaʻi Agritourism Insights 2024](https://gofarmhawaii.org/kauai-agritourism-insights-2024/) - Interested in adding agritourism to your farm operation on Kauaʻi? While the process can be challenging, the County of Kauaʻi provides proactive support and guidance for those who are seeking to develop this component for their business. Agritourism plans and permit requests are reviewed on a case by case basis and may require approvals from
- [AgriTourism Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agritourism-resources/) - Every County has its own Compliance Guidelines Most potential agritourism locations are assessed on a case by case basis based on what the farm wants to do, the location of the venue and the scale & scope of traffic, revenue and safety. Currently, there is no one way, one rule, one method to being compliant.
- [ʻAlae, Hawaiʻi Training Site](https://gofarmhawaii.org/ʻalae-training-site/) - We seek to understand the history and cultural context of what it means to farm here in Hawai’i, and to share what we learn with those who also have the privilege and honor to be involved in the stewardship of ‘aina. Information that we share here related to Hawaiian culture is brought with an awareness
- [Haʻikū, Kauaʻi Training Site](https://gofarmhawaii.org/haʻiku-training-site/) - We seek to understand the history and cultural context of what it means to farm here in Hawai’i, and to share what we learn with those who also have the privilege and honor to be involved in the stewardship of ‘aina Information that we share here related to Hawaiian culture is brought with an awareness
- [Pūlehunui, Maui Training Site](https://gofarmhawaii.org/pulehunui-training-site/) - We seek to understand the history and cultural context of what it means to farm here in Hawai’i, and to share what we learn with those who also have the privilege and honor to be involved in the stewardship of ‘aina. Information that we share here related to Hawaiian culture is brought with an awareness
- [Kamananui, Oʻahu Training Site](https://gofarmhawaii.org/kamananui-training-site/) - We seek to understand the history and cultural context of what it means to farm here in Hawai’i, and to share what we learn with those who also have the privilege and honor to be involved in the stewardship of ‘aina. Information that we share here related to Hawaiian culture is brought with an awareness
- [Find A Farmer](https://gofarmhawaii.org/find-your-farmer/) - Check out these farmers and farm offerings! CSA Boxes & Fresh Produce with Online Ordering, Farm Pick-up or Delivery. *Every Farm operates differently. Please make direct contact with farmers to best communicate availability, purchasing, handling and receiving goods. Many Farms also post updates on their Instagram pages so please empower yourselves to stay and get
- [Statewide Poultry Tours](https://gofarmhawaii.org/statewide-poultry-tours/) - Maui: Simple Roots (Makawao) - DONE Saturday, February 10th @ 3pm-5pm Cost: Free Register here Hawaiʻi Island: 13-Mile Farm (Kurtistown) - DONE Saturday, February 24 @2pm-4pm Cost: Free Register here Oʻahu: J. Ludovico Farm (Waialua) Saturday, March 16 @ 3pm-5pm Cost: Free Register here Tour weather pending - if it's raining, tour will be cancelled.
- [Tax Basics for your Farm - Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/tax-basics-for-your-farm-resources/) - Thank you for attending the GoFarm/Feed the Hunger Fund Tax Basics Webinar! Below are the resources/presentations from the session. Please take a few minutes to complete the evaluation for this workshop series here: https://forms.gle/1xkAv4goqrRipLXo6 Slides - 2024 Tax Overview Slides - Basics of Taxes From a Lender's Perspective Video recording of the webinar can be
- [Livestock Notification Sign-Up](https://gofarmhawaii.org/livestock-notification-sign-up/)
- [What are your land options in Hawaiʻi?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/what-are-your-land-options-in-hawaii/) - Land for farming can be bought, rented, or leased. Which option you choose will depend greatly on your goals and the availability of land. Buying land is not necessarily the best option, especially for a beginning farmer. Your options for expansion may be limited and your market or goals for your farm may change. When
- [What is your production plan?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/what-is-your-production-plan/) - A production plan is an essential planning tool for farmers. Developing a production plan can help you plan for/determine the following: Harvest yield and duration Depending on your customer needs, you may need to plan for steady production (i.e. a specific number of pounds every week). A production plan can help you determine how much
- [Do you need to develop necessary farming skills?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/develop-necessary-skills/) - As you develop your goals and business model, you may identify some skills you’re lacking that would be useful in your agribusiness. Perhaps you know how to grow crops, but you have no experience with running a business. Maybe you’re an entrepreneur, but you’ve only ever grown a backyard garden. Luckily, there are many options
- [What are your goals and your business model?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/what-are-your-goals-and-your-business-model/) - Define Your Goals Becoming a farmer is a wonderful goal to have, but farming means different things to different people. You will need to make a lot of smaller, results-driven goals in order to successfully start your agribusiness and become the kind of farmer you want to be. Most of your goals will fit into
- [2023 AgriBusiness Workshop Series - Molokai](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2023-agribusiness-workshop-series-molokai/) - This page contains the presentations and resources from the 2023 AgriBusiness Workshop Series on Molokai. If you have any questions please email Erik Shimizu - erikms@hawaii.edu or Robert Nerveza-Shizuma - robert@sustainablemolokai.org. Also if you did not already do so, please take a moment to fill out our evaluation form here: https://forms.gle/t4oBSzMJL4fPWXj98 Thursday, October 19th
- [2023 Land Access Webinar Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2023-land-access-webinar-resources/) - Thank you for attending the 2023 Land Access Webinar series presented through a collaboration with Feed the Hunger Fund! Below are the resources/presentations from our sessions this year along with additional information in the Additional Resources section. Please take a few minutes to complete our evaluation form here: https://forms.gle/293N7vXH1GjrWxL16 Session #1 (11/8/2023) Acquiring Access to
- [Maui Relief and Recovery Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/mauifireresources/) - In response to the tragic wildfires that have taken place on Maui this August, we are compiling a list of resources we’ve seen to make sure our farming community has access. This is a living document so please message us at info@gofarmhawaii.org about anything that needs to be added or updated. Things are changing rapidly
- [Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/resources/) - A wealth of brief business articles for Hawaii's agricultural producers is available in the Hawaii Agribusiness Guidebook A listing of many resources helpful to agricultural business, production, and value-added agriculture is available in Resources for Farmers and Value Added Producers Find information about other agricultural education opportunities here: Hawaii Agricultural Education Opportunities
- [2023 GoFarm Hawaii/HIP Agriculture - AgBusiness Workshop](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2023-gofarm-hawaii-hip-agriculture-agbusiness-workshop/) - Thank you for attending the 2023 Ag Business workshop! Below are the resources/presentations from class along with additional information in the Additional Resources section. Also, Please take a few minutes to complete the evaluation for this workshop series here:https://forms.gle/wrujDHUdYea99Y2r9 Workshop Resources Slides of the presentation can be found HERE. You can access the video replay
- [2023 Pricing Webinar Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2023-pricing-webinar-resources/) - Thank you for attending the 2023 Pricing Webinar. Below are the resources/presentations from class along with additional information in the Additional Resources section. Also, Please take a few minutes to complete the evaluation for this workshop series here: https://forms.gle/EVedR4UoFeNhUUXK9 Webinar Materials Slides from the webinar can be found here: Pricing Slides From Field to Market
- [Basic Bookkeeping](https://gofarmhawaii.org/basic-bookkeeping/) - Bookkeeping is the recording of all financial transactions for a business. Keeping good financial records (“books”) is an essential part of business management and a requirement for success. Good financial records will provide you with information to make sound business decisions and are necessary to obtaining financing and to prepare your taxes. There are a
- [Notification of Upcoming Events](https://gofarmhawaii.org/notification-of-upcoming-events/)
- [AgCurious Signup](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agcurious-signup/)
- [GoFish Info Sign Up](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofish-info-sign-up/)
- [Orchard Sign Up](https://gofarmhawaii.org/orchard-sign-up/)
- [AgGuidebook Index](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agguidebookindex/) - The following list is an index of the contents of the Hawai‘i Agribusiness Guidebook: STARTING YOUR FARM Want to start a farm or agricultural related business? (Click Here) What are your goals and your business model? (Click Here) Is your business idea financially feasible? (Click Here) How do you register your business and identify business partnerships?(Click Here) Legal
- [Hawai‘i Agribusiness Guidebook 2020 Edition](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agbusiness-guidebook/) - Let's Get Started! The Guidebook is not meant to be an encyclopedia on agribusiness, rather a summary of important points and tips for farmers relating to the business (versus production) aspects of running an agribusiness. You might find that you need more information about a particular subject than is presented in this Guidebook – throughout
- [2023 Land Access Webinar Series](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2023-land-access-webinar-series/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://gofarmhawaii.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Land-Access-Webinar-Series.pdf" title="Land Access Webinar Series"] Please be sure to register for all sessions you are interested in attending. 1/12 Session 1: Basics of Real Estate and Finance 1/19 Session 2: Farm Acquisition Process 1/26 Session 3: Intro to Land Leasing 2/2 Session 4: Farm Financing Process
- [How do you put a business plan together?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/sections-of-a-business-plan/) - Many people are familiar with the term “business plan,” and if starting a new business, think they need one. But what exactly is a business plan, and why might you need one? A Business Plan is a document that describes the vision of a business and how it will achieve it. It has specific sections that
- [GoFarm Hawaiʻi x Andrew Hara](https://gofarmhawaii.org/andrew-hara/) - The Locavore Store: Cultivating Ag-Based Communities O.K. Farms: Regenerative Farming Through Lineage We'd like to Mahalo these agribusinesses for sharing their space with us and demonstrating models that make it happen in Hawaiʻi. A special thanks to Andrew Hara & Liz Barney for seeing the vision and helping us tell our stories.
- [Acquiring Grant Support](https://gofarmhawaii.org/acquiring-grant-support/) - If you have come to this section looking for some free money for your business you might find yourself disappointed. Grant funding is great when you can get it but should not be relied upon to cover operating costs of your business. What do I mean by this? It usually takes a significant effort to
- [GoFarmer Profiles](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarmer-profiles/) - For site-specific GoFarmer profiles and links to their websites or social media, please click on the specific site links below for details: Windward, Oʻahu (Waimānalo Research Station) North Shore, Oʻahu (Waialua, Oʻahu) Kaua'i (Kauaʻi Community College, Līhuʻe) Maui (UH Maui College) Hawai'i Island (Hilo)
- [2022 AgriBusiness Workshop Series Molokai](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2022-agribusiness-workshop-series-molokai/) - This page contains the presentations and handouts from the 2022 AgriBusiness Workshop Series on Molokai. If you have any questions please email us at info@gofarmhawaii.org. Thursday, June 30th - Farm Recordkeeping Video Recording of the Workshop Click on link and enter this passcode: zk9!rg2s GoFarm Recordkeeping Basics Handout Ricks Presentation Please fill out our
- [Borrowing Money for Your Business](https://gofarmhawaii.org/borrowing-money-for-your-business/) - Anytime you consider borrowing money to finance a purchase or to cover a period of low cash inflows while waiting for a harvest,you should carefully consider whether it is the right decision for you. Take a step back and look at all the options. Does this purchase need to be made now or can it
- [GoFarmer Profiles: Kauaʻi](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarmer-profiles-kauaʻi/) - Types of Products & Where to Find Them: Red Beard’s Pepper Sauce - Bobby Skelton and Paulina Michel Mainly Peppers + diversified vegetables & Hot Sauce : Restaurants, Grocers, Online www.redbeardspeppersauce.com The Owl and Bee Farm - Cameron Craig Diversified vegetables including basil, chard, tomatoes, cucumbers + value-added products. Instagram: @theowlandbeefarm
- [GoFarmer Profiles: Hawaiʻi Island](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarmer-profiles-hawaiʻi-island/) - Types of Products & Where to Find Them: GFH Farmer Profile Maruyama Jones Farm - Misa and Geoff Maruyama Moringa Health & Beauty: Online https://maruyamajonesfarm.com/
- [GoFarmer Profiles: Maui](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarmer-profiles-maui/) - Types of Products & Where to Find Them GFH Farmer Profile Rowena’s Produce GFH Farmer Profile KulaHaven Farms GFH Farmer Profile Dayton Gomes
- [GoFarm Hawaiʻi ʻOhana](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaii-ohana/) - Windward, Oʻahu North Shore, Oʻahu Kauaʻi Maui Hawaiʻi Island
- [GoFarmer Profiles: North Shore](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarmer-profiles-north-shore/) - Types of Products & Where to Find Them: Diamond Island Farm - Carey Bonn Mainly lettuce & leafy greens: Primarily North Shore Restaurants www.diamondislandfarm.com Lokoea Farms - Noe Nuemann Citrus- Grocers, Farm Link Hawaiʻi, Restaurants www.lokoea.com Trinidad Farms - Shane Abelaya Native Plants & Seeds Instagram: Trinidad Farms LLC Beasley Farms - Fay and Chas
- [Sponsors](https://gofarmhawaii.org/sponsors/) - Mahalo to the following organizations for their generous support and collaboration
- [Statewide GoFarm To Table Lists](https://gofarmhawaii.org/statewide-gofarm-to-table-lists/) - Support our GoFarmers by dining at any of these restaurants. To get the full list to your phone, scan QR code or Click Here.
- [GoFarm Hawai'i Farmer to Farmer Mentorship Series](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaii-farmer-to-farmer-mentorship-series/) - It is well established that some of the best learning comes from peer mentorship between farmers. Below you will find some talk story style webinars and associated resources where farmers share from their own experiences on these topics. We hope that you enjoy them and also please let us know if you have any suggestions
- [2021 AgriBusiness Workshop Series - Molokai](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2021-agribusiness-workshop-series-molokai/) - This page contains the presentations and handouts from the 2021 AgriBusiness Workshop Series on Molokai. If you have any questions please email us at info@gofarmhawaii.org. Thursday, August 12th - Farm Recordkeeping Video Recording of the Workshop Click on link and enter this passcode: S#uY0kHzRecordkeeping Presentation SlidesRecordkeeping TemplatesJr's ExamplesFaith's ExamplesRick's ExamplesRick's PresentationPlease fill out our
- [Graduate Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/graduate-resources/) - GoFarm Hawaii Graduate Handbook
- [Are You Considering Starting an Agri-Tourism Operation?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/are-you-considering-starting-an-agri-tourism-operation/) - What is Agri-tourism? Agri-tourism is anything and anywhere that Agriculture and Visitors can come together. Out of State Visitor and Resident alike. Agri-tourism can be a farm tour (in real life or virtual), a farm to table meal at a local restaurant or food truck, supporting a farmers market, or a website selling value-added products
- [2020 Navigating AgriBusiness Taxes in Hawaii](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2020-the-business-of-farming/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://gofarmhawaii.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Navigating-Taxes-2020.pdf" title="Navigating Taxes 2020"] Session Materials Presentation - Hawaii GE taxes for farmersPresentation - IRS Schedule F and Hawaii State Income Tax ReturnsUpdated Presentation - IRS Schedule F and Hawaii State Income Tax ReturnsIRS publication 225 Taxes for FarmersForm 1040 Schedule FFarm Chart of Accounts Example Additional Information Information on the State of
- [GoFarm Hawai'i Community Edition](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaii-community-edition/) - Welcome to the GFH Community Edition! In partnership with the City & County of Honolulu Coronavirus Relief Fund, we saw the collective need and demand to create a resource for our Hawai'i Residents to grow more food for themselves on a small scale (at home). The interest to learn more DIY (do-it-yourself) gardening and farming
- [2020 Mahi Pono Training Calendar and Resources](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2020-mahi-pono-agbusiness-class-materials/) - This page contains the handouts from the 2020 Mahi Pono Business classes and links to the videos of the zoom presentations. Refer questions to info@gofarmhawaii.org Link to our evaluation form for this session: https://forms.gle/6HXf5gD8y6VYezW49 Class Materials Business Workbook 2020 Mahi Pono Intro to Business Slides 2020 Mahi Pono Bus Resources and Start-Up Slides July 1,
- [2020 Molokai/Lanai Business Training](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2020-molokai-lanai-business-training/) - This page contains the handouts from the 2020 Molokai/Lanai Business classes and links to the videos of the zoom presentations. Refer questions to info@gofarmhawaii.org June 30, 2020 at 8:30 am - Intro to Business Intro to Business Slide Presentation July 14, 2020 at 8:30 am - Marketing Marketing Slide Presentation July 28, 2020 at 8:30
- [GoFarm Hawaii Community Edition FAQs](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaii-community-edition-faqs/) - Q: Can I grow food anywhere? A: Yes, but you can't grow everything everywhere. The climate, time of year (season), type of seed/crop, and growing area/conditions will dictate what will thrive. Q: Does where I am located on the island affect what I can grow? A: Yes. In general, if you live on the
- [GoFarm Hawaii AgBusiness Materials](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaii-agbusiness-materials/) - The GoFarm Hawaiʻi Business Training Workbook This workbook is designed to complement in-person sessions and does not include all information covered during training sessions. Reach out to the AgBusiness Team for help or for other business resources relating to business start-up, financing, etc. You can reach us at info@gofarmhawaii.org
- [Farm Tour Readiness Checklist](https://gofarmhawaii.org/are-you-farm-tour-ready/) - Are You Farm Tour Ready? When looking at whether or not your farm or agri-location is ready for visitors and to create a County Compliant place for guests to explore, here is a checklist that we use to identify areas that need to be modified, created, changed, added or addressed. Every County has its own
- [Hawaiʻi Farm Trails Agri-Tourism App](https://gofarmhawaii.org/hawaii-farm-trails-agritourism-app/) - Here in Our Hawaiian Islands we have many unique, well rooted, & beautiful things to see, experience and share. Many are off the beaten path, on the open ocean or in the inner city and it is our network of local friends and leaders that have assisted us in creating this collective of agri-tourism venues.
- [On-Farm Food Safety](https://gofarmhawaii.org/on-farm-food-safety/) - As a professional grower, it is in your best interest to grow the safest food possible – no pathogens (germs) and no residual chemicals. Knowing that you are doing everything in your power to keep contaminates off your food will give you a level of comfort when you sell to wholesalers, restaurants, and consumers. They,
- [2020 Hawai‘i Agri-Tourism Webinar Summer Series 2020](https://gofarmhawaii.org/2020-hawaii-agri-tourism-webinar-summer-series/) - Aloha Everyone, Thank you for joining us for the Hawai‘i Agri-Tourism Webinar Summer Series 2020 We had market opportunity webinars for each county and 2 statewide webinars covering compliance/planning and applying for the mini grant. If you are applying for a $3,000 mini-grant, you must have registered and attended/or viewed the following
- [GoFarm Hawaii field site protocols for COVID-19](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaii-field-site-protocols-for-covid-19/) - Hand Washing Protocol (use soap and water for at least 20 seconds): when you arrive to site before and after eating after using the restroom after any sneezing/coughing before and after any face touching before and after using any shared infrastructure or equipment before leaving site Tools, Equipment and Infrastructure Cleaning Protocol: Wash your hands
- [Webinars](https://gofarmhawaii.org/webinars/) - Links to recorded webinars and speaker presentation materials are posted here for dissemination. May 8, 2020 - Funding Opportunities for Ag Producers Event Flyer Speaker List/Contact Info Link to Recorded Webinar: Here Commercial and Business Lending Resources re: PPP Program: Presentation Slides 1 2 3 SBA Resources: Support/Contact Info EIDL News Release Hawaii Department of Agriculture
- [Letter of Support Template](https://gofarmhawaii.org/letter-of-support-template/) - March 9, 2020 SUBJECT: Support for SB2723 – GoFarm Hawaii Program (Date/Time of Hearing: 3/11/2020; 9:00am) Dear Chair Creagan, Vice-Chair DeCoite, and Committee Members: As an alumni of the GoFarm Hawaii Beginning Farmer Training Program, I would like to extend my strong support for this bill, which appropriates funds to the GoFarm Hawaii program.
- [AgXcel Certificate of Professional Development](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agxcel-certificate-of-professional-development/) - An AgXcel Certificate of Professional Development indicates a participant has successfully completed the requirements of the program and would have learned or been introduced to the farm management, practical and business skills listed below: Farm Management Skills Agroforestry - Understands how and why to incorporate trees into crop planning, aware and knowledgeable about multipurpose trees,
- [AgTechnician Certificate of Professional Development](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agtechnician-certificate-of-professional-development/) - An AgTechnician Certificate of Professional Development indicates a participant has successfully completed the requirements of the program and would have learned or been introduced to the farm management, practical and business skills listed below: Farm Management Skills Agroforestry - Understands planting, fertilizing and pruning basics. Farming Models - Understands the various farming models including conventional,
- [AgPro Certificate of Professional Development](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agpro-certificate-of-professional-development/) - An AgPro Certificate of Professional Development indicates a participant has successfully completed the AgSchool program and has gone on to complete the requirements of the AgPro program where they would have learned or been introduced to the advanced farm management, practical and business skills listed below: Farm Management Skills Agroforestry – Ability to design a
- [AgSchool Certificate of Professional Development](https://gofarmhawaii.org/agschool-certificate-of-professional-development/) - An AgSchool Certificate of Professional Development indicates a participant has successfully completed the requirements of the program and would have learned or been introduced to the farm management, practical and business skills listed below: Farm Management Skills Agroforestry - Understands how and why to incorporate trees into crop planning and learn about multipurpose trees, nitrogen
- [SB2723 Letter of Support Template](https://gofarmhawaii.org/sb2723-letter-of-support-template/) - February 4, 2020 SUBJECT: Support for SB2723 – GoFarm Hawaii Program (Date/Time of Hearing: 2/11/2020; 3:00pm) Dear Chairs Gabbard and Kim, Vice Chairs Ruderman and Kidani, & members of the committees, As an alumni of the GoFarm Hawaii Beginning Farmer Training Program, I would like to extend my strong support for this bill, which
- [Are you planning to develop a value added product?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/value-added-products/) - Value added products are an important and creative way to diversify your revenue streams and up-cycle your lower grade or one off harvests. There are several things to consider before going into full blown value added production to ensure you will be profitable, create food safe products and can handle the additional workload. In this
- [Beginning Farmer Training Schedule](https://gofarmhawaii.org/beginning-farmer-training-schedule/) - Windward NorthShore Maui Kauai HawaiiIsland CurrentCohort 10 7 4 8 AgCurious AgXposure AgSchool Oct 23, 2019 -Feb 8, 2020 AgPro Mar 11, 2020 -Aug 15, 2020 Nov 13, 2019 -May 2, 2020 Jan 14, 2020 -May 4 2020 Feb
- [Conservation Planning](https://gofarmhawaii.org/conservation-planning/) - Conservation Planning refers to the management of the natural resources on your land. Similar to a business or strategic plan, a Conservation Plan (CP) is a formal document that outlines your objectives and identifies strategies (i.e. conservation practices) you can use to achieve them. Common objectives include things like: reduce soil erosion, improve soil health,
- [Business and Crop Insurance](https://gofarmhawaii.org/business-and-crop-insurance/) - Buying business insurance is among the best ways to prepare for the unexpected. Insurance is available for nearly any business risk. Considering the multitude of available options, business owners must carefully weigh whether the cost of insurance premiums justify protection against certain risks. This section provides an overview of several forms of business and crop
- [Exporting your product](https://gofarmhawaii.org/exporting-you-product/) - This lesson provides only an overview on exporting -- the reader is encouraged to read the longer discussions on the many aspects of exporting in the CTAHR book, This Hawaiʻi Product Went to Market (http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/ctahr2001/PIO/ForSalePubs.asp) Why is this important? Exporting is a great way to expose your product to a larger market. In a one-island
- [Labor Law Requirements](https://gofarmhawaii.org/labor-law-requirements/) - Once you reach the point in your business where it becomes necessary to hire employees to assist you with production or other operations, keep in mind that there are a number of federal and state laws that employers must follow when hiring employees. The laws ensure that both the employer and employee pay required government
- [Organic Certification](https://gofarmhawaii.org/organic-and-other-certifications/) - Over the past decade consumers have become increasingly aware of the connection between diet, health and the environment and as a result are demanding transparency in the foods and beverages they put into their bodies. The market for organic food and beverages continues to grow, achieving sales of over $43 billion (in 2016) in the
- [Enterprise Zone Partnership Program](https://gofarmhawaii.org/enterprise-zone-partnership-program/) - Does this apply to my farm? If you are just starting up your farm or are still in the early stages of growth, it probably doesn't make sense to apply for this program right away. Some of the primary benefits of enrolling in this program are a 100% exemption from GET and a State income
- [Permitting, Licensing, Certifications and Zoning Requirements](https://gofarmhawaii.org/permitting-licensing-certifications-and-zoning-requirements/) - Whether you’re involved in the excitement of starting a new business or busy with the day-to-day demands of running your existing operations, it’s easy to ignore the need for licenses and permits. While obtaining the appropriate licenses and permits and ensuring that you are operating in accordance with zoning laws and regulations may seem like a grueling
- [Typical Business Partners](https://gofarmhawaii.org/typical-business-partners/) - Overview Once you have registered your business, there are a few key partners that you’ll want to consider. Banker It is recommended that you open a business checking account to keep your business activity separate from your personal accounts. Each bank may have their own requirements for opening a business account which may differ based
- [Legal structure and registering your business](https://gofarmhawaii.org/legal-structure-and-registering-your-business/) - Many factors should be considered when choosing the best form of business ownership or structure. The choice you make can impact multiple aspects of your business, including taxes, liability, ownership succession, and others. This lesson provides an overview of the various forms of business ownership including sole proprietorship, partnership, corporations, and limited liability companies. It
- [Want to start a farm or agricultural related business?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/want-to-start-a-farm-or-agricultural-related-business/) - Congratulations on your interest in starting your own agribusiness! Farming is an exciting and challenging career and new farmers require a broad range of skills be successful. Farming as a business is much more than just production. In order to be successful, proper business management is critical to ensure financial viability, desired mission impact, preferred lifestyle,
- [Pricing Strategies](https://gofarmhawaii.org/pricing-your-product/) - Pricing your product is critical to ensuring your business profitability. Doing it wrong will cause you to lose money. To price your product, you should balance: The cost of your product. The existing market/competition. The value of your product. Your business goals. The market segment. Cost of Your Product Determining your cost of production is
- [Positioning and branding](https://gofarmhawaii.org/positioning-and-branding/) - Positioning Statement Develop a concise statement that describes the one or two things you want your potential customers to associate with your company. Remember that you want to be attractive to your target market and different from your competition. An example of this process is shown on the following page. Research your competition. What are
- [Is your business idea financially feasible?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/is-your-business-idea-financially-feasible/) - Now that you've got an idea of why you want to get into farming and what your agbusiness will look like, you need to start considering the financial potential and feasibility of this enterprise. In this section we will look into the components required to perform a high level financial analysis. Determine Financial Feasibility No matter
- [Identify your marketing objectives](https://gofarmhawaii.org/identify-your-marketing-objectives/) - It is very useful to define an objective of your near-term marketing efforts. Is it to establish awareness of your brand? Launch a new product? Sell your product in a new area or to a different type of customer? Simply increase sales? Think about what you want your marketing efforts to achieve over the next
- [How will you sell and distribute your product?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/how-will-you-sell-and-distribute-your-product-2/) - There are many ways to get people to buy your wonderful Hawaiʻi-grown or -made product. Customers can come to your business and buy it directly from you, you can take it to a farmers’ market and sell it to them, you can take it to a restaurant, a wholesaler can send a truck to your
- [How will you keep track of your money?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/how-will-you-keep-track-of-your-money/) - The next step in operating a successful business in any industry is to start learning how to keep track of your finances. It’s vital to keep track of the money going into and out of your business and keeping it separate from your personal finances for tax preparing and liability purposes as well as for
- [How much does it cost to grow or produce your product?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/how-much-does-it-cost-to-grow-or-produce-your-product/) - Once you've decided to turn your farm into a business, it's essential to understand the importance of calculating your cost of production. Cost of production is the dollar amount associated with growing a specific crop, making a specific product, or providing a specific service. For example, when growing lettuce, you may incur some of the
- [How do you register your business and identify business partnerships?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/how-do-you-register-your-business-and-identify-business-partnerships/) - After you have formulated your business model, determined its financial viability and started thinking about your production operations it's time to start thinking about the paperwork involved with starting a business in Hawaiʻi. In the next few sections we will discuss: Legal structure and registering your business (Click Here) Typical Business partners you may need (accountants; bankers;
- [Hawaiʻi Business and Tax Filings](https://gofarmhawaii.org/hawaii-business-and-tax-filings/) - Operating a successful business generates revenues for you, the owner, which, in turn, requires the submission of several financial documents (primarily in the areas of business registration and taxes) with appropriate State agencies. This lesson gives an overview of the required financial filings you have to address to ensure that your business is in compliance
- [Distributing your product within Hawaiʻi](https://gofarmhawaii.org/how-will-you-sell-and-distribute-your-product/) - Unless you sell all of your product from your farm or business, you are limited in your number of customers because only a limited number are willing and able go to your place of business (in addition, you may have insufficient parking or be located far from your customers). It is in your best interest
- [Create a successful marketing plan](https://gofarmhawaii.org/create-a-successful-marketing-plan/) - When creating your marketing plan make sure the following components are included. These will address needs in the marketplace and reveal what efforts you are willing and able to take in order to market your product to hit your goals. WIN-WIN Situations: Good marketing is a WIN-WIN Situation. The time and resource you spend on
- [Basic Management via Financial Statements](https://gofarmhawaii.org/basic-management-via-financial-statements/) - As a beginning farmer you will probably be concentrating on daily or weekly activities such as improving your production techniques, building your customer base and developing a following, the physical activities of harvesting and selling your product, etc. As your farm business grows and your production and sales increase you will need to start using
- [Are you familiar with these agricultural and business resources?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/are-you-familiar-with-these-agricultural-and-business-resources/) - In addition to the topics covered in this guidebook there are many resources you can turn to to support your growing farming business. As your operations expand, certain issues may come up that you may have not needed to address as you started out. Expanding your farm production or your value added product line, significantly
- [How will you get money for your business?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/how-will-you-get-money-for-your-business/) - As a businessperson who wants to be successful, you are probably looking for opportunities to improve and/or expand your business. That’s great! It means you are always thinking about moving forward! Often times, however, you do not have enough of your own money to pay for new equipment, buy (more) land, or hire the new marketing
- [Are you familiar with rules, regulations, and certifications that affect farmers?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/are-you-familiar-with-rules-regulations-and-certifications-that-affect-farmers/) - In this section we will be covering some of the rules, regulations and certifications that can impact your farming business. Being aware of these rules and regulations and ensuring you are in compliance with them can help you avoid penalties and any business disruptions. Additionally, following certain guidelines or obtaining certain certifications can make your
- [How will you market your product?](https://gofarmhawaii.org/how-will-you-market-your-product/) - Marketing can generally be thought of as the efforts your company undertakes to encourage potential customers to buy your products or services. Marketing/Sales should be a function of your business, instead of something you think about once in awhile. Furthermore, if you want your marketing efforts to be successful, they should be based on a
- [Identify your target market and competition](https://gofarmhawaii.org/identify-your-target-market-and-competition/) - Many small agribusiness owners don’t want to limit their opportunities by focusing their sales and marketing efforts on a particular category of customers. However, experience has shown that trying to please (market to) everyone leaves you to compete on price, which, often, is not what leads to success. By focusing your efforts on a target
- [Basic Invoicing](https://gofarmhawaii.org/basic-invoicing/) - What is an invoice? Basically an invoice is a bill you send to your customers after completing a sales transaction. In many cases as you start up, you will probably be collecting cash and providing receipts directly to your customer at the time of the sales transaction. As your business grows and you begin to
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- [GoFarm Hawai`i @ North Shore](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaii-north-shore/) - Coordinator: Daniel Carroll 808-956-3530 northshore@gofarmhawaii.org GoFarm Hawaii`i @ North Shore takes place in Waialua, O'ahu. You do not have to enroll in college to participate. Please see the Calendar page for program dates and the main Programs page for a description
- [GoFarm Hawai`i @ Maui](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaii-maui/) - Coordinator: Ann Emmsley 808-984-3243 maui@gofarmhawaii.org GoFarm Hawaii`i @ Maui takes place at UH Maui College. Enrollment at UHMC is required and class can be taken for college credit. Please see the Calendar page for program dates and the main Programs page for a description.
- [GoFarm Hawai`i @ Kaua`i](https://gofarmhawaii.org/gofarm-hawaii-kauai/) - Coordinator: Eric Hansen 808-245-0129 kauai@gofarmhawaii.org GoFarm Hawaii`i @ Kaua`i takes place at Kaua`i Community College. You do not have to enroll in college to participate. Please see the Calendar page for program dates and the main Programs page for a description.
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## Events

- [Bubbler + Greens Spinner Workshop](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/bubbler-greens-spinner-workshop/) - Overview Join a hands-on workshop focused on improving post-harvest efficiency Level up your greens production! Learn how to construct a bubbler and greens spinner in this hands-on workshop. We'll be converting a washing machine for use as a greens spinner, to quickly dry your salad greens after washing. We'll also talk about food safety best
- [Managing Water Risk: Irrigation Technology + Strategies for Efficient Water Use](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/managing-water-risk-irrigation-technology-strategies-for-efficient-water-use/) - Learn about tools that can help reduce water use, save labor, and improve overall farm efficiency. We will review results from on-farm trials and discuss three irrigation technology options we tested, including systems that use soil moisture sensors to improve irrigation decision-making. Topics will include: Timers Automation Sensor-based irrigation Considerations for choosing systems that fit
- [💻 Farm Finance Fundamentals - Part II: The Capital Ladder](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/💻-farm-finance-fundamentals-part-ii-the-capital-ladder/) - Join us for a 2-part series covering commonly reviewed lending ratios and how to build them for your farm business followed by a discussion on financing pathways for your farms and how to navigate the best path for you. Session #2: The Capital Ladder Monday, July 6 5:30-7:00p via Zoom Free - Registration
- [💻 Farm Finance Fundamentals - Part I: Understanding Lending Ratios](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/💻-farm-finance-fundamentals-part-i-understanding-lending-ratios/) - Join us for a 2-part series covering commonly reviewed lending ratios and how to build them for your farm business followed by a discussion on financing pathways for your farms and how to navigate the best path for you. Session #1: Understanding Lending Ratios Monday, June 8 5:30-7:00p Via Zoom Free - Registration
- [North Shore, Oʻahu AgCurious](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/north-shore-agcurious/) - Want to learn more about the GoFarm Hawaiʻi training program at our North Shore, Oʻahu site? Register now for our AgCurious Informational Webinar! [REGISTER HERE] What to expect: Overview of the program Participant expectations Application process & next steps Q&A with the farm coach & alumni
- [🚜 Planning for the Future: Farm Succession and Land Transition](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/planning-for-the-future-farm-succession-and-land-transition/) - This webinar will introduce: Key concepts in farm succession planning Tools for transferring land & farm businesses Resources available to Hawaiʻi farmers & landowners Register here
- [💧 Managing Water Risk: Irrigation Strategies and Technology for Efficient Water Use](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/managing-water-risk-irrigation-strategies-and-technology-for-efficient-water-use/) - Learn about: Practical water conservation strategies Irrigation technologies such as sensors, timers, and automated systems How to reduce water use, save labor, and improve overall farm efficiency Decision tools developed to evaluate irrigation upgrades and backup water systems Register for webinar here
- [🌎 Earth Day 2026](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/🌎-earth-day-2026/) - 🌎 Earth Day 2026 Thursday, April 23 From 9a-1p At our Waimānalo, Oʻahu Training Site Directions provided to those that are registered Open to the public (ages 12+): If minors are in attendance, they must be accompanied by an adult and have a signed waiver by their guardian. Please email us for the waiver (info@gofarmhawaii.org)
- [Waimānalo Open House](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/waimanalo-open-house/) - Saturday, April 4, 2-4pm At our Waimānalo - Windward, O'ahu Training Site Directions provided to those that are registered REGISTER HERE ON EVENTBRITE! Cost: Free Space is limited. Closed toe shoes required. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Anyone interested in joining our farmer training program! Community members and organizations looking to collaborate WHAT TO EXPECT: An overview
- [Waimānalo, Oʻahu AgCurious](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/waimanalo-agcurious/) - Want to learn more about the GoFarm Hawaiʻi training program at our Waimānalo, Oʻahu site? Register now for our AgCurious Informational Webinar! What to expect: - Overview of the program - Participant expectations - Application process & next steps - Q&A with the farm coach & alumni
- [Maui AgCurious](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/maui-agcurious/) - Want to learn more about the GoFarm Hawaiʻi training program at our Maui site? Register now for our AgCurious Informational Webinar! What to expect: Overview of the program Participant expectations Application process & next steps Q&A with the farm coach & alumni
- [Hawai'i Island AgCurious](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/hawaii-island-agcurious/) - Want to learn more about the GoFarm Hawaiʻi training program? Register now for our Hawai'i Island AgCurious Informational Webinar on 4/7 from 5:30-7pm. [REGISTER HERE] What to expect: - Overview of the program - Participant expectations - Application process & next steps - Q&A with the farm coach & alumni
- [Flood Recovery Q&A Session](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/flood-recovery-qa-session-2/) - GoFarm Hawaiʻi staff will be available to share resources, open discussion and join anytime during the 2-hour session. Assessing damage Food safety Financial support and options Mental wellness Working with your lender Programs and resources Sign up here to get the Zoom link
- [Flood Recovery Q&A Session](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/flood-recovery-qa-session/) - GoFarm Hawaiʻi staff will be available to share resources, open discussion and join anytime during the 2-hour session. Assessing damage Food safety Financial support and options Mental wellness Working with your lender Programs and resources Sign up here to get the Zoom link
- [North Shore, O'ahu Open House](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/north-shore-open-house/) - Saturday, March 7, 2-4pm At our Kamananui, Waialua (North Shore) Training Site Directions provided to those that are registered REGISTER HERE ON EVENTBRITE! Cost: Free Space is limited. Closed toe shoes required. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Anyone interested in joining our farmer training program! Community members and organizations looking to collaborate WHAT TO EXPECT: An overview
- [Maui Open House](https://gofarmhawaii.org/event/gofarm-maui-open-house-3-7/) - Saturday, March 7, 2-4pm At our Pūlehunui - Maui Training Site Directions provided to those that are registered REGISTER HERE ON EVENTBRITE! Cost: Free Space is limited. Closed toe shoes required. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Anyone interested in joining our farmer training program! Community members and organizations looking to collaborate WHAT TO EXPECT: An overview of

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