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Ulupono Initiative Enter Into Joint Development Agreement for Large-Scale Grass-fed Beef Trials Kamuela, Waimea, Hawaii
Parker Ranch and Ulupono Initiative have entered into an agreement to jointly fund research trials to study the merits of large-scale grass-fed beef production on the Big Island of Hawaii. The trials will follow 200 head of cattle on a test area of 300 acres from September 2012 through May 2013.
Ulupono Initiative Announces Appointment of Amy Hennessey and Greg Gaug
Ulupono Initiative, a Hawaii-based firm working to improve the quality of life for Hawaii residents by investing in producing more locally grown food, increasing renewable energy and reducing waste, has announced the appointment of two new team members.
Tropical Dairy Solutions, LLC - Consortium Formed to Develop Grass-fed Dairy Farms in the State of Hawaii
In a move to develop new locally produced dairies and dairy products in the state of Hawaii, a business consortium has been formed by four diverse companies to create Tropical Dairy Solutions, LLC.
Local Food Market Demand Study Confirms That Hawaii Residents Want More Locally Grown Products and Are Willing to Pay More For It
The Ulupono Initiative has released the results of a detailed consumer survey of nearly 1,200 shoppers across Oahu that reveals an overwhelming majority of residents believe buying local is very important. The results of the survey indicate that many residents are willing to pay more for some Hawaii-grown products.
Ulupono Initiative Adds Managing Director
Ulupono Initiative today announced that Murray Clay has joined the Hawaii-based social investment firm as managing director.
Robbie Dingeman Joins the Ulupono Initiative
The Ulupono Initiative has announced that longtime Hawaii writer-reporter Robbie Dingeman has joined its organization as an associate. For more than 20 years, Dingeman has been a writer, news reporter and researcher in Hawaii. Most recently she served as a staff writer for The Honolulu Advertiser for 14 years.
Ulupono Initiative Launches to Catalyze Sustainability Efforts in Hawaii
eBay founder Pierre Omidyar and his wife Pam today announced the formation of the Ulupono Initiative, a social investment firm dedicated to improving the quality of life for Hawaii’s residents through sustainability. The organization will invest in local businesses and philanthropic organizations focused on renewable energy, local food production, and waste reduction. The Ulupono Initiative seeks to energize the state’s economy and increase its self-reliance through these investments. Local business executives Kyle Datta and Robin Campaniano will co-lead the Ulupono Initiative as general partners.