Honolulu Wins Nearly $500,000 in Federal Funding to Connect Local Farmers With Major Buyers
The City and County of Honolulu announced on November 13 that its Office of Climate Change, Sustainability and Resiliency has been awarded $499,024 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Local Food Promotion Program to help Oahu farmers and food producers connect with major buyers, keeping more locally grown food on the island.
The three-year initiative will help local farmers and food businesses better access large institutional buyers such as hotels and restaurants, which serve thousands of guests every day.
Hawaii is one of the most food-import-dependent states in the U.S., relying on imports for 85 to 90 percent of its food supply. Agricultural losses from the 2026 Kona Low storms underscored that risk. A federal disaster declaration has been issued, with farm losses estimated at $40 million to $50 million across 600 to 2,000 farms, including about $26 million on Oahu.
The city says the grant comes at a critical time and will strengthen the resilience of the local food system.
Source: City and County of Honolulu
Published by GSM · USA (original Chinese edition)
Photo: 檀香山市政厅 Honolulu Hale（GSM 固定图库）/ Honolulu Hale, the Honolulu city hall (GSM asset library)
