Celebrate Hawaii's Agriculture History At This Epic Annual Festival
By Megan Shute|Published July 09, 2019
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With more than 10 years of experience as a professional writer, Megan holds a degree in Mass Media from her home state of Minnesota. After college, she chose to trade in her winter boots for slippahs and moved to the beautiful island of Oahu, where she has been living for more than five years. She lives on the west side but is constantly taking mini-road trips across the island and visits the neighboring islands whenever she can getaway. She loves hiking, snorkeling, locally-grown coffee, and finding the best acai bowl on Oahu.
Most people are surprised to learn that the Hawaiian Islands are home to countless incredible farms, ranches, and sprawling fields in addition to our pristine beaches in a variety of colors and towering verdant mountains. In fact, agriculture is one of Hawaii’s biggest industries, and you’ll find a variety of farms scattered across the islands, including macadamia nut, coffee, and cacao farms as well as fruit farms, cattle ranches, and more. Held in celebration of Hawaii’s agricultural dominance, the 57th Annual Hawaii State Farm Fair is the summer’s best festival, and it’s all happening this weekend.
The annual event will be held Saturday and Sunday, July 13 and 14, 2019 on Oahu’s windward coast at Kualoa Ranch — a 4,000-acre working cattle ranch stretching from the towering, verdant Ko’olau Mountains to the sparkling sea.
Kualoa Ranch is a paradise for outdoor recreation and the perfect venue for this one-of-a-kind event.
Started in 1962 by the Hawai Farm Bureau (HFB) as a way to promote awareness of Hawaii’s agricultural and ranching industries, the Hawaii State Farm Fair is celebrating 57 years in 2019.
Held in partnership with the Hawaii State Department of Agriculture and Hawaii 4-H Livestock Council, this annual event is fun for the whole family.
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The two-day festival features exhibitors from the state and counties as well as local farmers and ranchers who come together to inform, educate, and entertain fairgoers of all ages — including keiki who will love getting up close and personal with baby chicks and other animals.
The star of the festival is the 4-H tent, where you will find a variety of unique livestock shows, including those focused on lamb, swine, goat, poultry, and beef showmanship.
Here, fairgoers will learn all about Hawaii’s agriculture and hopefully be entertained. There’s even a 4-H Parade scheduled for 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 13.
Live entertainment and demonstrations are scheduled throughout the festival, and there are several food competitions, from a corn husking showdown to burger, watermelon, and chili pepper eating contests.
A full schedule of events can be found on the Hawaii State Farm Fair website, which is listed below.
Don’t forget to stop by the Kamehameha Schools Country Market & Plant Sale before you leave to stock up on a variety of gorgeous plants, flowers, locally-grown produce, and so much more.
Address: Kualoa Ranch, 49-560 Kamehameha Highway, Kaneohe, HI 96744
Hawaii State Farm Fair will be held July 13 and 14, 2019, and admission is just $5 for adults and free for keiki. For more information, visit their website or follow them on Facebook.
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