A new study, co-authored by NREM’s Kimberly Carlson, suggests that only one third of global sugarcane production complies with Bonsucro, the leading sustainability standard for sugarcane. “Voluntary Sustainability Standards Could Significantly Reduce Detrimental Impacts of Global Agriculture” was recently published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the USA.

Monica Esquivel, PhD in Nutrition Sciences, MS, RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist)

Assistant Professor & Dietetics Program Director

Department of Human Nutrition, Food and Animal Sciences

What message is that person attempting to convey with their beehive hairdo and silver cape? You just might find out in The Meanings of Dress, a textbook co-edited by FDM professor Andy Reilly that’s been released in its 4th edition. The book, updated with new examples, promises to tell readers how—and why—consumers buy clothing and accessories, and to increase their global awareness as they study dress and appearance.

Want to know more about the state of ag education throughout the state? There’s no better way to find out than by reading the Final Report on a Coordinated Framework of Support for Preschool through Post-Secondary Agriculture Education in Hawai‘i, submitted to the Legislature by the P–20 Ag Ed Working Group, of which CTAHR is a member.

We are saddened to report the passing of CTAHR alumnus Lyle Wong, a strong advocate for Hawai‘i agriculture. Dr. Wong, 74, passed away in Honolulu on December 25, 2018. Services will be held on Saturday, January 26, 2019, at Central Union Church Atherton Memorial Chapel, with visitation at 10:30 a.m. and service at 11:30 a.m., with reception to follow.