In its first year of operation, the new Maui County Department of Agriculture managed more than 50 county grants related to agriculture, took over management of
The Native Hawaiian farmer is one of three female entrepreneurs who recently won a $10,000 grant from Dove Chocolate, a news release said. The grant will help fund the Polipoli Farms food hub, and the project is seeking public support through Indiegogo crowdfunding.
A fledgling farm on Maui won a $10,000 grant from Dove's Chocolate last year. Lehia Apana was named one of three Instagram winners across the country in a contest to boost female entrepreneurs and small businesses.