Breadfruit News
Can ʻUlu Help Save Us?
October 12, 2021 (FLUX Magazine) by Jackie Oshirio “When we see parallels between the events portrayed in moʻolelo and Hawaiʻi’s modern-day issues, it may be wise to listen to what the stories have to say.”
Mending Hawaii’s Lack of Food Security Through Breadfruit
DEC 10, 2021 (Modern Farmer) by Kathleen Wong “Hawai’i ‘Ulu Cooperative is investing in the nutritious indigenous crop as one way to address the islands’ broken food system.”
Project ‘Ulu
March-April 2021 (Maui Magazine) – The importance of Hawaiian food security cannot be underestimated.
Reviving Breadfruit, the Polynesian Staple, Could Nourish People and Fight Climate Change
April 28 2021 (Civil Eats) by David Neimanis “Promoted as the next superfood, breadfruit just might be the world’s most ecological carbohydrate
Co-op News
Pacific Farmer Organizations Welcomes HawaiI’i ’Ulu Cooperative
July 2022 – The Hawai’i Ulu Cooperative is the first Hawaii based farmer organisation to join the Pacific Island Farmers Organisation Network since the opening of its US office late last year.
Empowered Hawaii: Sprouting New Solutions
May 24, 2022. Despite Hawaii’s long history of self-sufficiency, 90% of what we eat today comes by boat or plane. On this episode of Empowered, we’ll explore how local organizations are working to bring a bounty of new home-grown options to feed your family and diversify your plate.
Worker Co-ops Can Lead The Way To A Healthier And More Just Economy
February 2, 2021, (Civil Beat) The Hawaii Ulu Cooperative is revitalizing Hawaii’s indigenous food systems
HVCA 2021 Social Impact Entrepreneur of the Year
Congratulations to Dana Shapiro, general manager at the Hawaii ‘Ulu Co-op for being recognized as HVCA’s 2021 Social Impact Entrepreneur of the Year.
