Hamakua Harvest Inc.

“Expenses office expenses 2,921 insurance 2,018 festival expenses 79 demo orchard 14,325 farmers market 49,614 keiki garden 9,789 other expenses 450 practical ag 12,027 promotions 356 snap vendors 22,068 general excise tax 390 website 19 meals and entertainment 1,079 total 115,135”

“Loans from officers 3,758 0”

“Hamakua harvest's mission is to promote and advance hamakua agriculture by supporting local farmers, enriching the region's social fabric, and promoting healthy rural lifestyles for the benefit of hamakua's communities, economy, and environment.”

“Farmers market at hamakua harvest. We have 16 vendors offering fresh locally grown produce, value-added products, and ono food. Most vendors accept snap/ebt at their booths with products ranging from produce and bread, to honey, cheese, and cold takeaway items. The market's weekend workshops, informational booths, and youth-focused activities are designed to respond directly to the needs and interests of the local communities.”

“Hamakua harvest's demonstration farm and orchard encompass a three-acre diversified farming system, modeling the most economically and environmentally viable crops for the hamakua region. Proven, innovative techniques will be used to demonstrate a variety of sustainable agriculture practices, as well as practical business methods to help local family farms succeed in today's market. The demonstration farm and orchard will integrate hands-on learning opportunities for all skill levels, while supplying healthy, fresh, local produce for residents.”

“Hamakua harvest is partnering with the hamakua youth foundation in this innovative, hands-on, youth development and education program that will provide local youth with an outdoor classroom for learning about agriculture and food production, entrepreneurship, and sustainable land management. The organization is in the process of expanding the program to give residents the chance to purchase fresh, healthy produce through a farm-share model where interested consumers can sign up to receive a box of seasonal produce each week.”