Food and Agriculture

Grow Local, Produce Local, Sell Local, Buy Local and Be Local! Contains links to sustainable ideas for your garden and how we can support production of more local and nutritious food.

Whole Systems Agriculture Plan for Hawai'i Island

This document reports on the state of the locally produced food and agriculture sectors on the Island of Hawaii, and analyzes these sectors to identify key barriers and leverage points for increasing local market share.

Farmer's Market

There are over 15 farmer's markets on Hawai'i Island. This link lists the locations and dates of the farmer's markets for the Big Island.

Build an Herb Spiral!

Learn how to build your own herb spiral to produce your own herbs for culinary or medicinal purposes. Quickly learn how with this DIY tutorial.

Setup a Community Garden!

This fact sheet in the “Food for ME” series includes suggestions on how to set up a community garden project, recruit volunteers and establish a garden plot.

Community Supported Agriculture

Alternative Farming Systems Information Center provides resources on how to develop community supported agriculture programs in your area.

La'akea Community - Local Permaculture in Hawaii

La’akea Community formed in 2005 when a group of six people purchased La’akea Gardens. Our vision as an intentional community is to: steward the land at La’akea, continue the mission of teaching permaculture at La’akea while expanding into others aspects of sustainability such as personal and relationship growth, communication techniques, emotional processing, healing arts and creative arts.

Mushroom Kits to Grow Edible Mushrooms!

You can grow your own mushrooms with kits available locally! Order a kit online or visit the mushroom farm in Hamakua on Hawai'i Island.