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Community Farmer Training
Free Agricultural Workshops in Hawai'i

Growing food & growing farmers is what we’re all about at HIP! As a part of this mission, we want to provide the communities of Hawai’i with access to free education. Join us for an ongoing series of hands-on workshops and demonstrations facilitated by our staff, local agricultural specialists, and experts in the field. Programs may include cultivation & planting demonstrations, farming techniques, farm field trips, classroom instruction and community planting days. See our current and upcoming workshop schedule in the links below.

2026-2027 Session Dates
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Stay tuned to hear more about our 2024 Community Farmer Training Programs!
Before You Amend: Hawaiʻi Soil Challenges & Inputs
Join Dr. Jana Bogs on Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 5:30–7pm on Zoom for a free online class on Hawaiʻi soil challenges and how to make informed decisions before applying amendments or inputs.
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Interpreting Soil Analyses
Join Dr. Jana Bogs on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 5:30–7pm on Zoom for a free online class on how to read and interpret soil test results to support better soil and fertility management.
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IPM Webinar: Bagrada Bug & Vegetable Pests
Join Kylie Tavares on Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 5:30–6:30pm on Zoom for a free online class on identifying bagrada bug and other vegetable pests and using integrated pest management strategies.
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IPM Field Demo: Bagrada Bug & Vegetable Pests
Join Kylie Tavares on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 10am–12pm at HIP Agriculture for a free in-person field demo on bagrada bug, vegetable pest identification, monitoring, and IPM strategies.
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