Hawaii Administrative Rules Title 4 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Here is a summary of the Hawaii Administrative Rules – Title 4: Department of Agriculture:
Hawaii Administrative Rules – Title 4: Department of Agriculture
The Department of Agriculture (DOA) in Hawaii is responsible for promoting agricultural development, ensuring biosecurity, regulating plant and animal industries, supporting food production, and protecting natural resources. Title 4 of the Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR) outlines the rules and regulations under the DOA's authority.
🔑 Key Chapters & Areas in Title 4:
1. Plant Industry (Chapters 4-1 to 4-72)
Pest Control & Plant Quarantine
Regulates the importation of plants, animals, microorganisms, and soil.
Quarantine rules to prevent invasive species.
Certification and inspection procedures for agricultural shipments.
Noxious Weed Control
Lists and restricts the movement of declared noxious weeds.
Pesticide Regulations
Registration, sale, and application of pesticides.
Certification and training requirements for pesticide applicators.
2. Animal Industry (Chapters 4-80 to 4-89)
Livestock Importation & Disease Control
Rules for importing animals into the state.
Vaccination and quarantine requirements.
Measures for controlling livestock diseases.
Livestock Branding & Identification
Guidelines for registering and recording livestock brands.
3. Quality Assurance (Chapters 4-91 to 4-97)
Grading and Inspection Standards
Inspection standards for products like coffee, papaya, honey, and more.
Certification of quality for export and local marketing.
4. Marketing and Commodities (Chapters 4-101 to 4-104)
Commodity Promotion
Rules governing commodity marketing orders and programs.
Promotion of Hawaii-grown agricultural products.
Commodity Research and Development
Funding and support for research beneficial to Hawaii's agriculture.
5. Aquaculture Development (Chapter 4-111)
Permitting and support for the aquaculture industry.
Health certification requirements for aquatic animals.
6. Measurement Standards (Chapters 4-131 to 4-135)
Weights and Measures
Regulates scales, fuel pumps, and other commercial measurement devices.
Ensures fairness in trade through inspections and device licensing.
7. Agricultural Loans and Grants (Chapters 4-150 to 4-158)
Loan Programs
Low-interest loans for farmers, ranchers, and aquaculture operators.
Disaster recovery and beginning farmer loans.
Grant and Subsidy Programs
Support for infrastructure, new farmer programs, and irrigation improvements.
8. Irrigation Systems (Chapters 4-160 to 4-166)
Operation and maintenance of state-owned irrigation systems.
Water rate schedules and usage rules.
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