#Hawaiʻi farmer

Tokuda ultimately opposed the measure, citing its failure to address the rising costs facing farmers and producers, support the nutrition needs of working families—from keiki to kupuna—and provide meaningful investment in rural economies. The bill cleared the committee by a vote of 34-17 and now goes to the full House of Representatives for consideration.  

The effort is part of the Department’s farm-to-school initiative, which aims to enhance food sustainability in Hawaiʻi and aligns with the goals of Act 175 to improve student health while supporting local farmers.