Agricultural microgrant accountability and food security
Maui County
Summary
Maui County has poured millions into small farm grants for six years, and the council wants proof it's working. A new data-collection effort will survey past grantees; members questioned whether the grants target the foods the county actually needs instead of relying on 90% imported food.
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Last discussed Mar 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
$2 million in FY25 and $3.1 million in FY26 of county ag dollars, including $100,000 set aside for measuring results.
Farmers across all three islands, especially first-time applicants, plus residents who want more locally grown food.
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