Hawaiʻi County hosting free 2-day agriculture summit in Honokaʻa, Waimea
Local leaders and community members will converge to explore innovative strategies for building a more resilient agrifood system on Aug. 14 and 15.
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The County of Hawaiʻi is hosting a free event to share the progress being made to build a more resilient local food system.
The 2026 Hawaiʻi Island Agrifood Summit will bring together leaders from across the island to share research, highlight successful community investments, explore policy priorities, and celebrate the people, partnerships, and initiatives strengthening Hawaiʻi Island’s agrifood system.
“This two-day event showcases the innovation, collaboration, and investment helping to support local agriculture and improve food security,” said Mayor Kimo Alameda. “Whether you attend one day or two, the summit is a great way to connect with efforts to grow a more resilient agrifood system on our island.”
The first day of the Hawaiʻi Island Agrifood Summit will be in Honokaʻa on Friday, Aug. 14, and the second day will be in Waimea on Saturday, Aug. 15.
On the first day, the program will feature a presentation about the Hawaiʻi Island Agrifood System Plan and the Hawaiʻi Island Food Security Report, providing attendees with the latest information on opportunities and priorities for strengthening agriculture and food security.
Additional program highlights include a legislative panel discussing current agricultural policy priorities, a panel featuring community commercial kitchens and their role in supporting local food businesses, the premiere of the “Mālama Da Farmer” film, a producer panel with Mālama Da Farmer award recipients, recognition of community leaders, a locally sourced lunch, and an evening pau hana.
Designed for the entire community, the event will feature live local music, free hands-on activities for all ages, local food vendors, Hawaiʻi-made artisan and craft vendors, and community organizations sharing programs and resources that support local agriculture and food systems.
Day 1 – Friday, Aug. 14
Time: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Honokaʻa People’s Theatre
Registration is required and there is no cost to attend. Register online by Aug. 7.
Day 2 – Saturday, Aug. 15
Time: Noon to 5 p.m.
Location: Waimea District Park
No registration required. Free and open to the public.
