Month: January 2015
Getting An Appointment
Getting an appointment to one of the military academies can be difficult. But Mike Hagee had a hometown connection that he thought might be able…
The War in the Pacific Museum
Where is the War in the Pacific museum located? It stands to reason it would be next to the Pacific Ocean of course. However, it’s…
Pineapple Straight From the Field
There is perhaps nothing sweeter and more delicious to taste than a pineapple cut straight out of the field. Steve Potter will let you stand…
Planting For a Bit Longer
Gardeners and farmers are used to planting seed and then waiting in due time for their harvest. But for those who happen to plant pineapple,…
Hawaii’s Last Pineapple Farm
There once were thousands of acres in the Hawaiian islands devoted to growing pineapple. Much has changed over time. Today there is but one major…
The GMO Free Movement in Hawaii
Many seed companies have research stations in locations that can grow multiple crops each year. However, one of those locations is in jeopardy of being…
The Realities of Farming in Hawaii
Many farmers must deal with conditions that are both hot and cold, wet and dry, tough and tougher. So, on the surface, farming in the…
Bananas from Kahuku Farms
The average American eats about 25 pounds of bananas each year. It’s safe to say most of us can’t tell you much about how to…
Growing Food in Hawaii
American Countryside listeners recently had a chance to tour agriculture in Hawaii. One of the highlights was a farm growing fruits common for us to…
Thousand Foot Long Docks
They are some of the largest boat docks you’ll ever see. Not mere spots on a lake from which to fish, but rather one thousand…