""While the full impacts from the Kona Low 1 and Kona Low 2 storms are still being assessed, we know our agricultural producers have been severely impacted by these events," Sharon Hurd, chairperson of the Hawaii Board of Agriculture, stated regarding the emergency relief program."
""The farm is closed until further notice," Greenwell Farms announced, highlighting the severe damage caused by the storms, which destroyed decades-old trees and approximately 24,000 nursery plants."
""Governor Josh Green has estimated total statewide damage at more than $1 billion," indicating the extensive impact of the storms on Hawaii's economy and agriculture."
Two Kona low storms have led to significant agricultural losses in Hawaii, particularly impacting the coffee sector. The storms resulted in damages estimated between $11 million and $15 million. In response, the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture has initiated an Emergency Farmer Relief Program, providing $1,500 grants to affected farms and businesses. The storms, which occurred on March 10 and March 19, have severely impacted agricultural producers, with Greenwell Farms reporting losses of around $10 million due to flood damage. Overall, statewide damage is estimated to exceed $1 billion.
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