There is plenty of time for sharing plant materials and information. - Craig Elevitch photo site

This event was held at the Amy B. H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden in Captain Cook, Hawai'i, on Saturday, June 21, 2008. This yearly event, themed Fire and Agriculture, is a way for farmers and gardeners island-wide to share saved seed, cuttings, roots, huli, and other plant materials of food crops that do well in their home gardens and farms.

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craigelevitch > People stream in and register at the entrance, greeted by very friendly volunteers.

craigelevitch > Numerous farmers and gardeners bring their seeds and cuttings to share.

craigelevitch > Many agricultural educational groups participate.

craigelevitch > There is plenty of time for sharing plant materials and information.

craigelevitch > The year's theme is Fire, with two large fire pits ablaze throughout the day.

craigelevitch > Paul considers the Fire theme at the fire pits.

craigelevitch > Gerry shares copious quantities of his favorite varieties.

craigelevitch > Hula halau Na Wai Iwi Ola opens the event.

craigelevitch > Opening chant by Na Wai Iwi Ola.

There is plenty of time for sharing plant materials and information.

> There is plenty of time for sharing plant materials and information.

There is plenty of time for sharing plant materials and information.

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