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This concurrent resolution urges the Hawaii Department of Agriculture (DOA) to collaborate with the Agribusiness Development Corporation (ADC) to seek and pursue grant funding opportunities from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The resolution highlights several key contextual points, including the ADC's mission to support local farmers and ranchers, the DOA's goal of promoting agricultural growth and sustainability, and the Hawaii 2050 Sustainability Plan's objective of increasing local food production by 2030. The resolution specifically seeks to help local agricultural organizations access USDA grants that could provide financial support and aid in developing a more robust and sustainable agricultural industry in Hawaii. The resolution also directs that certified copies be sent to the Chairperson of the Board of Agriculture and the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Agribusiness Development Corporation to ensure proper communication and follow-up on the collaborative effort.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SCR&billnumber=141&year=2025