Who we are
Seeds4Tomorrow is a joint effort of farmers, food processors, conservation experts, researchers, and the culinary arts communities coming together to engage students in the variety of fields related to agriculture.  Coaches direct the teams of students, instructors and experts teach a variety of hands-on lessons, and students will be in the field and the lab learning and having fun.
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Dates:
2022 Dates:
1st Session
    June 6-11

2nd Session
    July 18-23

Times:
TBD

Location:
Hawaii Agriculture Research Center, 94-340 Kunia Road, Waipahu, HI 96797

Tuition:
TBD
​Lunch will need to be brought by the students but snacks will be provided

Benefits:
Hands-on learning - from research to restaurant
Interaction- in labs and in the field with industry experts
Fun- with peers, nature, producers and the process

Who Can Apply?
Open to all students in 5th to 9th grades in charter, home school, private and public schools. Applications are due 2 weeks prior to start date

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Students: 
  • Hands-on farm and food fun
  •  Meet friends from across the island- public, private, and home schooled 
  • Learn about the science and practice of food production
  • Get some dirt on your shoes!


Parents: 
Your student will..
  • Connect with nature and friends in meaningful ways
  • Gain knowledge about agriculture, Hawaiian history, biology, business,  communication, conservation, culinary arts, and engineering, placed by active contributors in each role for your child and yourself, and 
  • Understand the intriguing ways people with a variety of talents can participate in the local food movement

 Teachers: 
 You have the opportunity to participate by...
  • Sharing the program with students and parents who are interested in expanding their knowledge of the business and science behind food and  
  • Supporting your own curiosity by participating as a coach or volunteer for a part of the program to witness the passion of the participants 

Location of Hawaii Agriculture Research Center

Thank you to our sponsors:
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​United Way  
Chef Ed Kuaoha
Merrill Lynch
Enterprise Holdings
​Hartung Brothers
Alexander & Baldwin


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​South Oahu County Farm Bureau
Hawaii Crop Improvement Assn.
​Monsanto
Dupont Pioneer
Alluvion 
​Dole
...and many others
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A message from our director 

Stephanie A. Whalen 
 “I am passionate about food and getting the young people of Hawaii to share the interest and passion for the amazing career opportunities in food production. The idea for the food Adventure Camp came from a number of people who share the idea of generating excitement in the high school students from across Oahu. We hope you will call, ask questions, and most importantly, join us on the Adventure...”
                                                            Contact Stephanie Whalen