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Imported Fertilizer Pilot

Component Project

Tropical AgTech Hub

Description

This project draws upon the FTZ's relationships with importers to explore bringing in fertilizer from China at a lower cost than what Hawai'i Island farmers currently pay.  China is presently the source of much of the fertilizer sold around the world. A potential savings exist for producers, either alone or in groups.    


The project is now working with producers and importers to define and quantify requirements.

Lead Implementer

Year Started

Hawai'i Foreign Trade Zone No. 9 (FTZ)

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Project Phase

Development

Challenges this Collaboration seeks to Address

Inadequate Technical Assistance

Limited access to technical support services, such as extension programs and research institutions, constrains farmers' ability to implement modern farming techniques and business practices, particularly among small farms.

Staple Food Commodities

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Inadequate Aggregation and Processing Facilities

Hawaiʻi Island lacks sufficient aggregation and processing facilities, making it difficult for small-scale farmers to reach markets efficiently and profitably. This infrastructure gap exacerbates post-harvest loss and limits access to markets.

Staple Food Commodities

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Misalignment of Supply and Demand

There is a frequent misalignment between farm production and market demand. Poor demand forecasting and issues with harvest timing lead to inefficiencies, resulting in food waste and revenue losses for small-scale producers.

Staple Food Commodities

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