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Niki Kunioka-Volz

Agriculture Specialist

nkvolz@kauai.gov

Agriculture

Objectives:

The objective of this program is to increase agricultural income and opportunities on Kauaʻi through working closely with farmer groups to assist them in obtaining resources and other assistance to solve industry problems or take advantage of opportunities. The work involves interfacing with federal and state farm agencies as well as the primarily affected on island groups in the crafting of responses to problems and opportunities.

Projects:
Agriculture Economic Strategic Plan
Incorporating a long-term vision for Kauai’s agricultural industry, this Agriculture Economic Strategic Plan was created to map out forward movement with actionable objectives and tasks.
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Priority Invasive Pests
Rose-ringed Parakeet and Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle
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Agricultural Farm Expansion Grant (AFEG)
The grants support innovation in agriculture, requiring plans for commercial viability and community impact, with funding periods extending into the following year (e.g., FY2026 funding runs to late 2026).
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Partners:
Kauai County Farm Bureau
Kauai County Farm Bureau is a grassroots member based non-profit organization of farming families and friends of farmers united for the purpose of analyzing problems and formulating action to ensure the future of agriculture, promoting the well-being of farming and enhancing the local economy.
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Hawai’i Farmers Union
Their mission is to advocate for the sovereign right of farmers, ranchers, and fishers to create and sustain vibrant and prosperous agricultural communities for the benefit of all Hawai'i through cooperation, education and legislation.
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Hawaii Tropical Fruit Growers
Hawaii Tropical Fruit Growers, learning together, helping each other, and having fun in the process.
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Hawaii Coffee Association
They represent coffee growers, processors, retailers, and service providers with the shared interest in Hawaiian coffee. Their mission is to provide a forum for education, communication, and the pursuit of shared goals that are beneficial to the sustained profitability of the entire Hawaii coffee industry.
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Soil and Water Conservation District
The Hawai'i Association of Conservation Districts (HACD) are comprised of 16 Soil & Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) throughout the State of Hawai'i.
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Kekaha Agriculture Association
Management of Kekaha agricultural infrastructure, and development of economically viable and sustainable farms and agricultural endeavors.
Malama Kauai
Focuses on increasing local food production and access for Kaua‘i.
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ʻAina Ho'okupu O Kīlauea
The Kīlauea Community Agricultural Center works to contribute to island food security and to a healthy, stable, balanced local agricultural economy.
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Kauai Landscape Industry Council
KLIC’s mission is to promote, educate, stimulate, and support the landscaping and nursery industries on Kauai by providing training, education, and development opportunities.
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Kauai Invasive Species Committee
Committee that works to prevent, control, or eliminate the most threatening invasive plant and animal species in order to preserve Kauaʻi’s native biodiversity and minimize adverse ecological, agricultural, economical, and cultural impacts.
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Kauai Cattlemen's Association
The Hawaii Cattlemen's Council (HCC) is a non-profit organization working for the cattle producers of Hawaii in areas of education, promotion and research.
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Hawaii Tropical Flower and Foliage Association
Growers and shippers of fresh tropical flowers and foliage
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Agriculture Resources:
KuiKauai resources for agriculturalists
Link to KuiKauai resources for agriculturalists webpage
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