Awards issued prior to january 20, 2025, were funded under previous administrations and may not reflect the priorities and policies of the current administration.** hawaii fish company INC. (HFC) will…

Awards issued prior to january 20, 2025, were funded under previous administrations and may not reflect the priorities and policies of the current administration.** hawaii fish company INC. (HFC) will pioneer a U.S.-manufactured raft designed specifically for domestic aquaponic growers, with potential crossover to hydroponic growers. HFC's durable and cost-effective rafts will comply with food safety standards and will incorporate novel design elements thatoptimize plant growth and raft durability, sanitation, and handling. HFC's research prototypes will be tested and refined at various aquaponic farms and research institutions to ensure the products' efficacy and commercial-readiness. The company's manufactured aquaponics raft products will contribute to agricultural manufactured products and manufacturing technologies, as well as provide farmers with a cost-effective alternative to homemade rafts and imported hydroponic rafts. This will, in turn, support the continuing growth of the domestic aquaponics industry and increase the nation's nutritious local food production and food security.