A Union of Heroes Leading By Example
2020 HFUU State Convention
Featuring Keynote Presentations and Q&A Sessions with
Paul Stamets, Joel Salatin
Dr. Elaine Ingham
Dr. Zach Bush
KNF Experts: Logan Silsey, Mike Dupont
among many others!
Live Online November 12, 13, 14 & 15th!
Weaving Music and Farmers Presentations over 4 Days 4-5 hours a day
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Meet the Leadership of the Hawaii Farmers Union United!
Vincent Mina, Union President
Farmer Producing Greens, Member since 2003
Vincent leads the State Board of both the Union and the Foundation. The Hawaii Farmers Union United State Board is composed of 20? members. Get to know the members and find out what the state board does for members.
Anny Bruch
Vice President
David Case
State Secretary
Reba O'Day
Birds with Arms Farms, State Treasurer, Maui-Haleakala Chapter President
Anny Bruch
Farmer, State Board Member, Kauai Chapter President
Christian Zuckerman
Farmer, State Board Member, Oahu-Waianae Chapter President
Brynn Foster
Farmer, State Board Member, Oahu-North Shore Chapter President
Vince Kimura
Executive Board Member, Membership Director, State Board Member, Oahu-Waimanalo Chapter President
Kaipo Kekona
Farmer, State Board Member, Maui-Lahina Chapter President
Bobby Pahia
Farmer, State Board Member, Maui-Mauna-Kahalawai Chapter President
Robert Boudreax
Farmer, State Board Member, Maui-Hana Chapter President
Maureen Datta
Farmer, State Board Member, Hawaii-Kona Chapter President
Dash Kuhr
Farmer, State Board Member, Hawaii-Kohala Chapter President
Matt Dreyer
Farmer, State Board Member, Hawaii-Kau Chapter President
Steve Lund
Farmer, State Board Member, Hawaii-Puna Chapter President
Eric Weinert
Farmer, State Board Member, Communications Director, Hawaii-East-Hawaii Chapter President
Aloha and welcome to the official web portal for Hawai’i Farmers Union United (HFUU) now representing 13 regional chapters. HFUU (est. 2010) is the fastest growing state chapter within the National Farmers Union (est. 1902). Meet our Leadership, review our bylaws, policies, or Contact Us.
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Our Work
Cooperation
HFUU represents and advocates for family farmers and ranchers on all of the Hawaiian Islands. Our members represent: Farm Owners/Operators, Foodies, Ranchers, Gardeners, Perma-culturalists, Cultural practitioners, Landscapers, and Suppliers & Businesses that are part of the local food chain.
Education
HFUU and NFU (National Farmers Union) membership offers educational opportunities for youth and adults at local, state and national levels; an On-Farm Mentoring (FAM) Program in Hawaii, Internship Program in Washington, D.C., and many others.
Legislation
The HFUU Legislative Committee participates collaboratively with the Policy Committee, coalitions, organizations, and agencies to articulate, promote and work to establish legislation and policies that align with the mission and vision of HFUU.