Hydroponic Farm Set To Open This Year

The indoor hydroponic farm is scheduled to open later this year. The Larry Ellison partnership will be able to grow and sell vegetables for cheaper than produce thats imported. Last August Ellison announced the Sensei project on Lanai. Sensei would use automated computer hydroponic farming in large greenhouses.

Also set to reopen later this year is the Four Seasons Resort Lanai, The Lodge at Koele. The property closed in January 2015 in order for extensive renovations to be done totaling approximately $75 million. A new spa and fitness center are among the new amenities the lodge will provide.

Lani is the first Sensei farm for the Los Angeles based company. The first crops will include Black Trifle tomatoes, and Komatsuna mustard greens. We look forward to viewing the completed project!

Ouch! That’s gotta hurt!

Our neighbor, Braves catcher Kurt Suzuki, was hit by a pitch Friday in the hand during the game against the Philadelphia Phillies during the 4th inning. Suzuki was able to remain in the game an additional two innings before finally having to be replaced.

Suzuki is bruised up pretty good. He is hoping to return to the lineup early this week. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

Happy Easter!

The Hansen Ohana wishes everyone a very Happy Easter!

Kuhio Day Celebration

On Sunday April 1st starting at 7:00 am, the Kuhio Day Celebration will be taking place at the University of Hawaii Maui College in Kahului. The celebration is in honor of Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana`ole whose birthday is on March 26th and is a state holiday.

The festivities include all day entertainment, foods, crafts, games, farmers market, jumping castle, and an art contest for keiki. Cultural demonstrations and community information booths will also be happening at the festival.

We hope you’ve had a wonderful week and a great weekend!

Students Win Trip To Japan

Students from across the state competed in the 15th annual Japan Wizards Statewide Academic Team Competition. The completion is a full day of academic tests on a variety of Japan related topics. The Japan-America Society of Hawaii is the sponsor of this competition.

Teams from both King Kekaulike High School Level A and B and Maui Preparatory Academy Level A won trips to Japan. Maui Preparatory also received the 2018 Michael Leineweber Award. Congratulations to all the students and enjoy your trip to Japan!