Hawaii Farmers Feel Strain from Federal Fallout
Hawaii's farmers and ranchers are facing uncertainty due to federal policy shifts, government shutdown, and delays in renewing the U.S. Farm Bill.
The Senate Committee on Judiciary and the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment held a briefing to examine the impact of recent federal policy changes on Hawaii's agriculture industry.
- stalled U.S. Department of Agriculture loan processing
- frozen research grants
- export bottlenecks
Local producers say these disruptions are compounding longstanding challenges tied to Hawaii's isolation and high costs.
Recent federal policy changes, tariffs and funding cuts are affecting Hawaii's agriculture industry and the state's food production and security.
Author's summary: Hawaii farmers face uncertainty due to federal policy changes.