Maui Tomorrow supports regenerative agriculture on Maui, and we are pleased that the Maui County Council passed Bill 160 to require organic practices at the Kula Agricultural Park! We agree that it’s very important to improve soil health for all of the reasons mentioned in this press release from the County. Visit the council’s website […]
Mālama ‘Āina: A Conversation About Maui’s Farming Future
Another period in the history of Hawai`i appears to be coming to a close with the announcement by Alexander & Baldwin (A&B) that they are closing their sugar operations on Maui under their subsidiary, HC&S. Many people look at the 36,000 acres that HC&S currently farms on Maui and wonder what the future will look […]
Body And Soil Conference
Body & Soil Conference is April 11,12,13 at the Maui Tropical Plantation “As above so below” Registration is happening now!
Governor Vetoes HB 667
Governor Abercrombie announced the veto of controversial Hawaii food safety and security bill # HB667. This will allow small farmers and all interested parties to participate in future discussion and action in this area vital to our sustainability. Please help express appreciation to the Governor, who overcame intense pressure from corporate interests in this bold […]
Organic Summary 2005-2009
European Union votes to ban farm pesticides With a lopsided vote of 577 to 61, the European parliament passed legislation that will restrict the use of pesticides in agriculture and ban 22 chemicals completely. The British government is protesting the new law, but the heavy majority vote makes it likely that all 27 EU member […]