HI SB1294

Requires the board of agriculture to adopt "made in Hawaii" labeling requirements for agricultural commodities not already subject to such requirements, with rules to be determined by July 1, 2016.

Establishes specific labeling standards for Hawaii-grown cacao products, including requirements for identity statements, font sizes, and geographic origin disclosure based on cacao blend percentages.

Prohibits use of "Hawaii-grown cacao" labels unless products contain only Hawaii-grown cacao or properly disclose the percentage and origin of cacao blends, with violations subject to penalties.

Requires manufacturers to maintain two-year records on the volume and geographic origin of cacao purchased and sold, with department access during business hours for enforcement purposes.

Appropriates unspecified general revenue funds for fiscal year 2015-2016 to enable the department of agriculture to develop and implement "made in Hawaii" labeling rules for agricultural commodities; effective July 1, 2015.