Hawaii SB517 establishes a pilot program to test microbial algae soil products for improving soil health and agricultural practices.
Hawaii SB517 establishes the microbial algae soil products pilot program, administered by the Department of Agriculture, to test microbial algae on agricultural lands. The program aims to improve soil health, reduce fertilizer dependency, and enhance agricultural fertility. Farmers operating small to medium-sized farms are eligible to participate. The program includes data collection, soil testing, and educational outreach. Funding for the program is appropriated from the general revenues of the State of Hawaii and the microbial algae soil products pilot program special fund.
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