Alumni News

It’s not easy to find locally developed seeds that will grow into robust plants and perform well in Hawai‘i’s unique tropical conditions. Or vegetables that are resistant to local pests and plant diseases. Fortunately for professional growers and backyard enthusiasts, the UH Seed Laboratory has just the answer.

IT has received reports of fake/spoofed emails to faculty and staff. Many are highly targeted, using the name and directory contact information of managers, department chairs, and administrators so the message appears to be coming from a legitimate sender. Here are some tips to help protect you from suspicious emails and requests.

Maui County is working on a grant to support farms with farm (not domestic) animals, to make sure they have the feed they need in case there’s an interruption in the supply chain, loss of revenue, etc. The grant application needs data regarding farmers’ monthly needs. Please forward this information to stakeholders and partners who may be in need of assistance.

With many people pursuing altered and/or revised work plans, it’s important to remember to be mindful of your surroundings and be careful when working, whether you’re at the office, field, station, or even your own house. After all, most accidents occur in the home! Make it a priority to prevent any type of work-related accidents through thoughtful planning.

Check out these three limited-submission opportunities being coordinated by CTAHR with the UHM Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research. All are part of the USDA AFRI Education and Workforce Development Program.