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Providing Irrigation Water Services

HDOA Manages Irrigation Systems on Kaua`i, O`ahu, Moloka`i and Hawai`i Island, providing reliable and affordable irrigation water for farmers.

Bee Mite Surveys

HDOA staff around the state conduct bee mite surveys statewide to help keep the varroa mite from becoming established in non-infested areas.

Protecting Hawaii from Invasive Species

HDOA inspectors conduct special inspections to find out what plants are more likely to have hitchhiking pests and what areas are more likely pathways.

Protecting Hawaii from Animal Diseases

HDOA Animal Veterinarians and Inspectors routinely monitor the health of livestock to detect and prevent the spread of serious animal diseases.

Promoting Food Safety

HDOA Quality Assurance inspectors check local and imported commodities for compliance with processing requirements and grade specifications.

Buy Fresh, Buy Local!

Tropical Fruit Growers Richard and Jenny Johnson started out just wanting a small farm to retire at.

Educating the Public on Invasive Species

Plant Quarantine inspectors conduct presentations to educate the public on invasive pests that threaten Hawai`i's environment and agriculture.