The 7th annual Mangoes at the Moana is happening! There will be contest, educational seminars, and of course delicious food all made with marvelous mangoes.  Here is a brief summary of events tommorrow:

Included in the day’s  lineup of celebratory activities:

• Mangoes at the Moana’s most popular event, "Mango Throwdown” featuring local celebrity chefs in a friendly cooking competition using mango as the main ingredient.  Guests are welcome to taste each chef's creation for $6 per script.
  
• "Mango Cocktail Mixdown" will showcase the talents of cocktail enthusiasts and professional mixologists using mango as the featured ingredient in a mixed drink.
• Mango cooking demonstrations by the Moana's own Executive Pastry Chef, Nanako Perez-Nava.
  
• Mango Farmer's Market featuring unique mango inspired products and a variety of mango food products.  Talk story with farmers and learn how fresh ripe mangoes are grown.
  
• Silent Auction to benefit the Culinary Institute of the Pacific at Kapiolani Community 
  College.

Click HERE to be directed to the official website of the festival for more info!

The 5 week Eat Local Challenge to encourage people to eat food locally grown in their area and support local farmers is in full swing.  On August 30th 2014, we will be showing attendees at the Waianae farmers market how grow your own fruit tree.  We will also have mangoes and other fruit trees available for purchase.  For more info on this event click here

2014 LICH Green Industry Conference & Tradeshow Featuring great education sessions about propagation, irrigation, and aboriculture.

October 9, 2014 at the Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall

http://www.eventbrite.com/e/2014-lich-green-industry-conference-tradeshow-tickets-11970458965

Mark your calendar for the LICH Green Industry Conference and Tradeshow.

This year, the conference features resort landscapes. Register today online at www.hawaiiscape.com/conference or complete the enclosed registration. All conference attendees will receive a color native plant poster.

CONFERENCE  –educational sessions including native plant propagation, design, ecology, arboriculture, pest and irrigation.

FREE TRADE SHOW  – Stop by the trade show from 10:15 am to 5:30 pm and check out the latest machines, tools and products to improve your landscape.

STUDENT RESEARCH POSTERS  – CTAHR students presents research results relevant to industry and industry professionals.

FREE EVENING SOCIAL  – Catch up with your colleagues while listening to local musicians from the green industry from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Conference attendees enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and pupus.

PRIZES  – Enter for a chance to win fabulous door prizes including the Grand Prize, Two-Nights at The Royal Hawaiian Resort and Hotel in Waikiki (Royal Ocean Guest Room), plus $100 dining credit in Waikiki - $1,740 value! Compliments of Kyo-ya Hotels & Resorts.

EARN VALUABLE CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEU) FOR:

• PLANET Landscape Industry Certified Technicians – 5 CEUs
• HDOA Pest Applicators
• ISA Certified Arborists
• Golf Course Superintendent

The theme this year - "It's all about production". Go to www.hawaiitropicalfruitgrowers.org for more information about this great organization and informative conference.  This year the keynote speaker is tropical fruit specialist Dr. Roger Leaky.  There will be other nationally known presenters as well, and of course the great opportunity to meet/network with other fruit growers across the state.  They will also be holding mini conferences on each island, designed to showcase what each place has to offer. You can download the conference brochure below:

Makaha Mangoes is participating in the great auction at the Boys and Girls Club of Waianae tonight at Lanikuhonua. They are having their annual Walk in The Country fundraiser. We will have great gift baskets and even pruning/consultation prizes available for bid and your money goes to a wonderful cause!  More information here: http://www.bgch.com/page25675045.aspx

Getting excited for July 19 6th Annual Mangoes at the Moana. If you're a mango lover don't miss this Everything Mango event of the year! 
http://www.moana-surfrider.com/dining/mangoesatthemoana/

And a great event it was this year, with a better turnout than ever!  If you couldn't make it, or want to relieve the moment, here are some great shots by the Honolulu Pulse folks:  http://www.honolulupulse.com/2014/07/pics-mangoes-at-the-moana-2014/

Second Saturday at the Garden: UH CTAHR Agriculture & Environmental Awareness Day
March 8, 2014 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn more about agriculture in our local communities. Drop in to visit agricultural booths hosted by local ag businesses and organizations.

Aloha Arborist Association Workshop: Pruning and Caring for Fruit Trees! 
Certified Arborists will show you how to prune and care for backyard fruit trees to maximize fruit 
Pre-register to secure your seat, $5 donation at door for adults. Please call 453-6050 to secure your space For more info can go the website:http://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/ougc/