Malama kauai is launching a food hub to bolster kauais local agriculture industry and increase food selfsufficiency for the islands population

This project will establish a facility designed to support local farmers ranchers and valueadded producers with a core focus on expanding access to markets and increasing production capabilities. The project will equip the new facility with necessary infrastructure to facilitate valueadded product production provide secure storage solutions and offer business assistance services. Anticipated outcomes include a 10 increase in average yearly sales for over 175 local producers including 60 of the participants being small independently owned businesses and the utilization of the facility by a minimum of 25 members of the moloaa irrigation cooperative. This will directly benefit farmers ranchers and processors seeking to scale their operations and meet the growing demand for locally sourced food. The project aims to strengthen kauais food system allowing malama kauai to connect with larger buyers and contribute to greater economic resilience for the islands communities.