ThinkTech is a Hawaii 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Please support us by making a donation. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Strategies, Resources and Relationships in Food & Farming. Adaptive strategies and models for COVID recovery and resilience for Farming and Food Production & Distribution. The host for this episode is Chuck Crumpton. The guests for this episode are Vincent Kimura and […]
Doubling Hawaii’s Food Production
As the president of the Grassroot Institute, Keli’i Akina has been compelled to keep up with the state of agriculture. Whether you’re a local resident or you are planning for tourism, Keli’i helps us all to stay informed about Governor David Ige’s plans to double Hawaii’s local food production. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the […]
The Role of the Extension Specialist with Hector Valenzuela PhD
At the University of Hawaii, the extension Specialist develops applied educational programs on a statewide level, and supports/interacts with extension agents who are based on the different islands. Hector Valenzuela, Ph.D. will give us more detail on the overall role of Extension (Specialists and agents) as part of the Univ. of Hawaii in terms of […]
Hawaii – The Future of Agriculture
Paul Brewbaker discusses his recent report with TZ Economics on the condition of agriculture in Hawaii. Despite the general declIine of agriculture in Hawaii, Brewbaker has identified some promising trends for a future approach to growing the industry. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii […]
Aquaponics for Food Security
Aquaponics is food production system with many benefits that is perfect for Hawai’i and other island nations. Join Jason Brand, co-founder of Kunia Country Farms for updates on the farm’s progress since 2010. This now includes working with Jon Young and The Envision Action Committee of Hawaii (TEACHawaii) in a national first Gold award through […]
Roots Cafe: Healing a Community through Food & Culture – Hawaii’s Roots Program
Kasha Ho and Kaiulani Odom from the Roots Cafe, a farm to table restaurant and cultural food hub that is part of the larger non-profit organization, Kalihi Kokua Valley, talk about their work to bring community together through healing, food, and culture while also providing an outlet for Hawaii’s farmers and indigenous crops. ThinkTech Hawaii […]
Saying Yes to Smart Yields: Modern Farming is Smarter Farming – Vincent Kimura and Michael Rogers
Vincent Kimura and Michael Rogers share how Smart Yields uses information technology to gather data on weather and crop conditions to produce greater yields. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm every weekday afternoon, Hawaii Time, then streaming earlier shows through the night. Check us out any time for […]
Pesticides, GMO’s, and Sustainable AG in Hawaii – Juanita Kawamoto Brown
“Pesticides, GMOs and Sustainable Ag in Hawaii” with Juanita Kawamoto Brown, Chair, Food and Farm Security Committee for the Environmental Caucus of the Democratic Party of Hawaii The host for this episode is Mike Deweert. The guest for this episode is Juanita Kawamoto Brown. Mike welcomes Kawamoto Brown to the studio for a look at […]
Aquaponics in Kauai with Bernie Tsao
Host Jay Fidell speaks with independent consultant Bernie Tsao about the latest developments in aquaponics. The host for this episode was Jay Fidell. The host for this episode was Jay Fidell. The host for this episode was Jay Fidell. The host for this episode was Jay Fidell.