FAQs for the Emergency Farmer Relief Program

  1. What is the Emergency Farmer Relief Program?

    The Emergency Farmer Relief Program was created by the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity (DAB) to support farmers and ranchers who were impacted by the recent Kona Low 1 and Kona Low 2 storm systems.
  2. What is offered in the Emergency Farmer Relief Program?

    Eligible farms, ranches, and businesses can apply for a one-time grant of $1,500.00 to address immediate needs resulting from the storm.

  3. Who is eligible to apply for Emergency Farmer Relief funding?

    Eligible applicants are farms, ranches, and/or businesses that were adversely impacted by the recent Kona Low 1 and/or Kona Low 2 storm systems and have experienced damage and/or losses. Eligible applicants must have a GET license.
  4. What is the timeline for awarding grants?

    Applications submitted by March 27, 2026 will be prioritized for funding requests. Awards for funding will be released in the week of March 30, 2026. Notifications to awardees will be sent via email and/or phone.
  5. How will funds be distributed?

    Applications will be scored on a standard funding determination scale based on agricultural impact and immediate needs. Distribution of funds will also consider farm census data.
  6. I have a question not addressed by the FAQs?

    For all other questions, please email [email protected] for further assistance.