HI SR51

Requests the University of Hawaii at Manoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Education to create a strategy for students to learn about modern farming, with the university serving as the lead agency.

Strategy must consider modern farming technologies including aquaponics, hydroponics, soil and water sensors, weather tracking, satellite imaging, automation, greenhouse technology, and vertical farming.

Requests inclusion of a new curriculum plan appropriate for public school students in grades six through twelve.

Strategy must include proposals to address land tenure issues for farmers, including long-term land leases and infrastructure concerns.

Requires submission of findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the 2020 Regular Session convening.