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 effects of recent federal policy changes on Hawaii's agriculture industry.
Local producers say these disruptions are compounding existing challenges due to Hawaii's isolation and high costs.
Hawaii's farmers and ranchers are grappling with mounting uncertainty
Author's summary: Hawaii farmers face challenges due to federal policy shifts.