What is limu, and how is it important to Hawai‘i and its people? 2022 was declared the Year of the Limu in Hawai‘i in order to increase awareness of the importance of limu (seaweed) to Hawai‘i’s nearshore marine environment and the populations of nearshore fish. Be a part of the Year of the Limu celebrations! Come and learn about limu, its importance to Hawai‘i marine ecosystems, residents and cuisine from Kua‘āina Ulu ‘Auamo (KUA). KUA is an innovative community-based initiative for protecting, restoring and caring for Hawai‘i .

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