2017 ASHS Annual Conference

A strong partnership between the Cooperative Extension Service, private companies, and industry organizations is vital to successful growth of the agriculture sector. Hawaii’s Extension has partnered with the Hawaii Floriculture Industry for over 70 years to help a once fledgling industry grow to the number one diversified agricultural industry in Hawaii from prior to 1990 through 2006. Extension Associate Dean & Associate Director Mr. Kelvin Sewake and Greenpoint Nurseries, Inc. President & CEO, Mr. Eric Tanouye, who have worked with each other over the last 28 years, will speak about the Hawaii Floriculture Industry’s challenges and successes from both the extension and industry perspective. Key aspects for true partnership and collaboration will be presented with real-life examples of beneficial results of that relationship.