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.
Local producers are experiencing disruptions such as stalled USDA loan processing, frozen research grants, and export bottlenecks, compounding existing challenges.
Recent federal policy changes, tariffs, and funding cuts are affecting Hawaii's agriculture industry and food production and security.
- Delays in renewing the U.S. Farm Bill
- Government shutdown
- Federal policy shifts
- Tariffs and funding cuts
The Senate Committee on Judiciary and the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment held an informational briefing to examine the impact of these changes.
Author's summary: Hawaii farmers face uncertainty due to federal policy shifts.