The Kona County Farm Bureau is a non-profit organization representing the agricultural community of North and South Kona districts, on the Big Island of Hawaii. Its membership is dedicated to improving the quality of life on farms, ranches, and their rural communities.
The Kona County Farm Bureau is a member of the Big Island Farm Bureau, which is an island-wide organization. The Kona chapter is also a member of the Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation, which represents agricultural interests statewide. The Hawaii Farm Bureau is a member of the American Farm Bureau Federation, representing 5.6 million farmers and ranchers at the national and international levels.
Little Fire Ant Update:
The Little Fire Ant has been found in Kailua-Kona.
Public meeting on LFA for Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 6:30 pm at Yano Hall in Captain Cook.
The Little Fire Ant (LFA) infestions have been confirmed on the east side of the Big Island, from Puna through North Hilo. This is an alarming problem. It is very important you educate yourself, so that you can do whatever you need to keep the LFA off of your farm, as well as keeping it from spreading elsewhere on the Big Island, and the state. Once infested, it is nearly impossible, if not enormously expensive to eradicate. The LFA makes it physically hazardous to pick any tree crop. It can blind your pets and seriously endanger children. The HDOA has hired an expert to help fight this horrific agricultural pest.
Test for LFA on all materials that enter your farm, especially, any plants, dirt, or mulch. Be aware that LFA infestations have been found at the Hilo Green Waste Facility. If you suspect a LFA infestation, call the HDOA (974-4140) and report it. The sooner you start eradication, the better the results.
For more information click here: LFA INFORMATION
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