Aquaponics

Aquaponics

Welcome to the University of Hawaii Maui College Aquaponics

The Sustainable Living Institute of Maui has launched the WaiPono Farm at University of Hawaii Maui College to develop, model and promote innovative, sustainable food systems methods and practices in controlled environment greenhouses in urban and rural settings using aquaponics and hydroponics growing technologies, capacity building frameworks, and education programs to support food security, economic development through food innovation and regenerative agriculture, and engagement with the United Nations’s sustainable development goals in Hawaii and the Pacific region.

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WaiPono Farm Greenhouse

Coordinates workforce trainings funded by USDA AFRI NIFA, Kamehameha Schools, United Healthcare and other donors. Operates controlled environment greenhouse for aquaponics and hydroponic systems training facility with UH IACUC approval to raise tilapia in aquaponics systems. Coordinates workforce trainings funded by USDA AFRI NIFA, Kamehameha Schools, United Healthcare and other donors. 

 

WaiPono Farms collaborates with community partners Malama I Ke Okla Clinic, Hui No Ke Ola Pono, and The Maui Food Bank. Additional beneficiaries include UHMC students and staff, community members, and the UHMC Culinary School. All WaiPono Farms produce is donated to these organizations to promote food security within the local community.
Between July 2022 and June 2023, UHMC WaiPono Farms has
produced and donated over 4,000 pounds of produce!

Location: CTAHR Garden, UHMC

 

 

 

 

 

Regenerative Aquaculture Center

Develop and model a regenerative aquaculture center promoting indigenous knowledge and modern technologies to raise sustainable aquaculture species including tilapia, hybrid striped bass, and freshwater prawns. Build a local hatchery and insect farm to supply community resources for vibrant aquaculture and agriculture systems, food innovation, and economic development in Maui Nui.

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