What's Being Discussed

The Kauaʻi Local Working Group is holding a community meeting on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM at the Hanapepe Library Conference Room. A second session will be held at Kapaa Library on August 13. These meetings bring together farmers, landowners, and conservation partners to identify and prioritize agricultural and natural resource concerns across Kauaʻi.

Attendees will rotate through four discussion stations covering:

• Water Resources & Water Quality
• Soil, Plant Health & Agricultural Productivity
• Grazing Lands, Forestry & Wildlife Habitat
• Agricultural Resilience & Emerging Conservation Needs

Representatives from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) will also present information on available federal conservation programs.

Decisions Expected

No formal government votes are scheduled. However, participants will vote on their top five conservation concerns during the meeting, and one concern can be marked as most important. This input will help shape future conservation priorities, funding decisions, and project planning for Kauaʻi's Soil and Water Conservation Districts.

Residents are also encouraged to complete the 2026 Kauai Agricultural Conservation Priorities Survey, open until August 29.

Who Should Pay Attention

• Farmers and ranchers on Kauaʻi
• Landowners interested in conservation programs or funding
• Anyone concerned about water quality, soil health, or wildlife habitat
• Community members interested in the future of agriculture and land management on Kauaʻi

To submit written testimony or request accommodations, contact ewkswcd@gmail.com at least 24–48 hours before the meeting.