Grow Farmers, Grow Food, Grow Community.
the maui farmer network is working to support small and beginning family farmers in maui nui.
the maui farmer network is working to support small and beginning family farmers in maui nui.
The Maui Farmer Network offers Farmer Navigational Coaching to small and beginning regenerative farmers.
Founded in 2021, MFN’s goals is to support small and beginning farmers working to earn and living and increase fresh local food availability. Initial programming (in 2021) focused on farmer networking and education through one-on-one online coaching and webinars. In 2022, MFN was funded to do work in Farmer Coaching by a grant from the County of Maui, Office of Economic Development.
In 2023, with ongoing support from the County, a grant from Atherton Family Foundation supported the initial steps to create a Tool Library for Small and Beginning Regenerative Farmers on Maui. As we enter into 2024, MFN is coaching and supporting about 45 farmers on a regular basis. Proudly entering its 3rd year of programming, MFN is supported by funding from the County of Maui’s NEWLY formed Department of Agriculture, and the Atherton Family Foundation.
Engaging in integrative education, inclusive hands-on farm learning days, and connection to others in our community remains the core of our purpose and goals. We envision a Maui which is food secure through a strongly woven network of family farm agricultural producers. We provide Farm Support Services, Farmer Navigational Coaching, a Shared Tool Library, and regular online Educational Sessions on a variety of topics.
THE MAUI FARMER NETWORK VISION: To provide coaching, support, and resources for Mauiʻs regenerative farmers, engage in agricultural community advocacy, and build an aware and active network of small scale agricultural producers.
Farmer Networking In Action
Our Farmer Network encompasses all levels of participants no matter where you’re starting or how far you want to go, from utter beginners to those seeking high levels of mastery in specialized niches.
“We’re focused on helping small and beginning farmers overcome obstacles and achieve their ag production goals.”
~ MFN Co-Founder and Coach Georgia Pinsky.
Apply for Navigational Coaching of the Maui Farmer Network
Navigational Coaching will provide you the focused time, support and guidance you need to move forward with your Maui farming goals. We have the connections in the industry, the know-how, and we’re here to help you make it happen!
This program is ongoing, apply anytime, begin anytime.
Funding for Navigational Farmer Coaching is provided in part by the County of Maui Office of Economic Development. This funding is designated for permanent maui farmers.
CRITERIA
Open to permanent Maui residents
Must have some experience farming, we donʻt teach the basics too much
Small, regenerative farming operations
Must have annual income of less than $60k ($150k couple)
“This is my 2nd time working with Georgia and Dr. Phyllis in a Farm coaching program. They are so wonderful and have helped me SO much that I came back for more! They have helped me and continue to help me take my farm operations to the next level! They really care about the people they work with and have a strong passion for the ‘āina and helping to educate and guide us to steward this sacred land. I cannot begin to express my appreciation to these amazing humans!”
Dr. Janine Holstein, Maui Majesty Farms
