The health of our coral reefs is crucial to the environment, providing habitat for countless marine species and protecting coastlines from erosion. To support this vital ecosystem, MNMRC launched its Reef-Friendly Landscaping Certification Course to educate and empower individuals to create sustainable, eco-friendly landscapes that benefit both land and sea. Our Reef-Friendly Landscaping Certification Course […]
Following the devastating Lahaina wildfire, Maui Nui Marine Resource Council (MNMRC) launched a phased project last fall to study and monitor the fire’s impact on reef health near the burn zone. The project aimed to use 3D imaging technology to map and assess key reef sites, capturing “snapshots” before and after rainy season runoff. Rainy […]
On Saturday, May 18 a group of MNMRC volunteers gathered at the Keālia Boardwalk to cut and uproot dead and invasive plants that had overtaken the area. The team worked with Allysa, Maddie, and Caden from the Keālia National Wildlife Refuge to clear out the equivalent of 5 large truckbeds of grass, roots, and other […]
Agriculture has a long and storied history in the Hawaiian islands, with its impact spanning generations of local families and thousands of acres of land. In its 2024-2028 strategic plan the Department of Agriculture estimates that Maui County is responsible for around 25% of Hawaiʻi’s overall agricultural production, which includes fruits and vegetables, animals, and […]
Maui, Hawaii (May 9, 2024) – Maui Gold Pineapple is proud to announce the creation of a test plot to pilot Maui Nui Marine Resource Council’s (MNMRC) Reef-Friendly Landscaping program at their farm in Haliʻimaile. This collaboration aims to complement reef-friendly practices already in place at the farm and increase Maui Gold’s commitment to protect the island’s coral reefs and […]
KAHULUI, HI–The Maui Nui Marine Resource Council (MNMRC) will launch its inaugural Reef-Friendly Landscaping certification course on May 22, 2024. The hybrid online and in-person course will teach professional landscapers, property managers, and agricultural businesses how to move away from synthetic products and transition to reef-friendly land-care practices. Enrollment is open through May 15, 2024 […]
Despite its critical role in our daily lives, one of Maui’s greatest natural treasures often goes unnoticed beneath the ocean’s surface. Coral reefs are not only home to an array of marine life but are also a key part of the island’s culture and economy. Like many reefs worldwide, Maui’s reefs face a host of […]
In South Maui, erosion caused by habitat degradation, overgrazing, and wildfires makes it easy for mud to wash into gulches and ultimately, nearby coral reefs. The accumulation of dirt on the reef, or “sedimentation,” can kill corals by settling directly on them and smothering them. It can also cloud the water, effectively blocking the sunlight […]
After three months of switching to a non-toxic, reef-friendly soil amendment, local properties saw promising improvements in the health of their plants and landscaping. The toxic chemicals in widely used conventional products often end up in the ocean through runoff and groundwater, harming reefs and marine life. MNMRC’s pilot reef-friendly landscaping program aimed to address […]
Groundwater is a common way for pollution and other harmful substances to enter coastal waters. It can carry anything from toxic chemicals to nutrients that cause excessive algae growth into the ocean, wreaking havoc on marine ecosystems and coral reefs. Our team took the first step to test for pollution by towing Manta devices along […]
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