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What would we
eat if the barges
You and your family can
prepare yourselves in a stopped coming?
number of ways:
Hawaiis location in the
Grow a garden. middle of the ocean makes
Buy directly from local it necessary for us to be
farmers and get to know
food self-sufficient.
them.
Learn to grow and use
Polynesian staple crops such Contact Us:
as taro, breadfruit, banana, Email: casar@hawaii.edu
and sweet potato. These
crops are less susceptible to
pests and much easier to
grow than many of the
vegetables we commonly
eat.
Trade extra produce with
neighbors.
If you live in an urban area,
consider starting a
community garden plot.
Plant fruit trees. HAWAII
Support and buy local foods
FOOD
SECURITY
whenever possible.