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Aloha and welcome to the official web portal for Hawai’i Farmers Union United (HFUU) now representing 15 regional chapters across 6 Hawaiian islands. 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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- Creating a local food movement for now and future generations requires participation as a producer and consumer in making Hawai’i food secure and self sustaining. If you value our mission, tax deductible donations are accepted through the HFU Foundation. Mahalo nui loa.
Speaker Series #38
Clean Energy in Hawai'i with HSEO Wayfinders & Pacific Biodiesel
Wednesday August 10
6:30-8:00pm HST
on Zoom
Speaker Series
Once a month on Wednesday evenings, we gather on Zoom to feature a local expert and musician. Together we learn, grow, and inspire each other. Keep on the lookout for registration for our next event - see you there! Email us if you are interested in being a speaker at hfuu@hfuu.org
2022 HFUU Annual Convention
Four days of world-renowned speakers, workshops, local food, presentations, & more!
Dec. 1-4 at Hawai'i Taro Farm in Waikapu, Maui
HFUU Music & Speaker Series
The Hawaii Farmers Union United has been putting together some of the best musical artists and expert speakers in a variety of agricultural related talks.
We are thankful for our many Speaker Series sponsors!
Email us if you are interested in being a sponsor for our bi-weekly Speaker & Music series events.
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.
Blog: Union Statewide News and Updates
HFUU-HFUF HOSTS 8TH ANNUAL CONVENTION
Over 350 people attended Hawai’i Farmers Union United’s 8th Annual Convention held October 26, 27 and 28 at Oko’a Farms in Kula, (Upcountry) Maui. This year’s theme was “Growing Farm Resiliency.” Maui Mayor, Alan Arakawa, addressed the Convention on the morning of the 27th and Governor David Ige in the afternoon. Senator Mike Gabbard, Chair…
2017 Census of Agriculture gets underway
USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service has started mailing the 2017 Census of Agriculture to our nation’s producers. Mailing in phases, all census questionnaires should be received by late December. The deadline to respond is February 5, 2018. Producers can respond online at www.agcensus.usda.gov (take advantage of new time-saving features and the convenience of being accessible…
On the Threshold of a Dream: Convention News
“I dream of a Hawai’i that can feed herself.” Them: “In this political climate?! You MUST be dreaming!” “Yeah, well, it’s all a process….” And here we are, NOW, on the threshold of another major milestone for Hawai’i Farmers Union United, in service to family farmers and the ohana’s they feed. We are in the…
Business Development Series – Archive
General Overview of Series – slides with narrative (15 min) Series Outline Version 1.0 – Subject to change as we determine needs Contact Sheet – Please add your name and the contact info you are willing to share with other participants. Facebook Group – Please join “HFU Regenerative Business Development Group” for updates and dialog.…
President’s Report, 2017 NFU Summer Meeting
HFUU President Report Summer Meeting, July 9-13, 2017 National Farmers Union Board of Directors The 2017 summer meeting was held in Jamestown, North Dakota, a first in this neck of the woods for me. North Dakota Farmers Union has an impressive home base in Jamestown with one acre under roof and their offices and insurance…
14 Graduate from HFUF-HFUU Farm Apprentice Mentoring (FAM) Program
Congratulations go out to the fourteen apprentices (see list below with their visions) in the Farm Apprentice Mentoring (FAM) Program who graduated from Phase 1 of HFUU’s farmer training program Thursday, June 29th, at UH-Maui College. Equipped with over 250 hours of course work and on farm demonstrations in regenerative agricultural practices, FAM this year had 10 farm mentors, who…