2012 Annual Report - Kona Soil and Water Conservation District
2012 Annual Report - Kona Soil and Water Conservation District
2012 Annual Report - Kona Soil and Water Conservation District
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Mauna Kea <strong>Soil</strong> & <strong>Water</strong> Conservaon <strong>District</strong><br />
<strong>2012</strong> Cooperators of the Year<br />
Risley Farms<br />
Peter Risley is a French intensive method organic vegetable farmer in North Kohala. Peter Risley was selected<br />
by Mauna Kea SWCD as <strong>2012</strong> Farmer Cooperator of the Year for his outst<strong>and</strong>ing conservation<br />
practices. Peter has successfully implemented cover crops into his crop rotation. Peter is constantly<br />
working to improve his soil health by improving the organic content in his soil. His crops are beautiful<br />
<strong>and</strong> vigorous. Peter is positively inluencing the agriculture community around him by his outst<strong>and</strong>ing<br />
use of cover crops. Cover crops improve soil health by increasing organic matter <strong>and</strong> can reduce the<br />
amount of fertilizers, pesticide <strong>and</strong> herbicide needed.<br />
Triple J Ranch<br />
Yvonne & Jacinth DeLuz are Department of Hawaiian Homes Ranchers in Honokaia. They have been<br />
ranching for many years. The DeLuz's have done an excellent job implementing their <strong>Conservation</strong> Plan<br />
<strong>and</strong> all of their conservation practices. Their commitment to taking care of <strong>and</strong> improving their l<strong>and</strong>s is<br />
shown by their motivation <strong>and</strong> exceptional workmanship. All their practices have been implemented<br />
ahead of schedule <strong>and</strong> often exceed st<strong>and</strong>ards <strong>and</strong> speciications. This conservation ethic is a wonderful<br />
example <strong>and</strong> positive role model for the Hawaiian Homel<strong>and</strong> community. Jacinth DeLuz is a very practical,<br />
hardworking man who appreciates the value in doing a job right the irst time. His attention to detail<br />
<strong>and</strong> commitment to quality are commendable.<br />
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