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1. HAWAII – AQUACULTURE – 3 VENUES
1. LAND BASED AQUACULTURE OPERATIONS
2. OPEN OCEAN AQUACULTURE - STATE WATERS – HIGH TIDE MARK TO 3 NM
3. OPEN OCEAN AQUACULTURE – FEDERAL WATERS -BEYOND 3 NM
DAY DREAMING – UTOPIA – FLIGHT OF FANCY
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Note: The Article from Hawaii Magazine, July 5, 2018, was shared by GoogleNews, today, December 9, 2019
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Foreign imports make up 90 percent of the seafood Americans consume.
Their foothold in the market is even evident in Hawaii, where the state's aquaculture industry
is struggling to grow. HAWAII SHRIMP AND FISH FARMERS SAID THE MOST
SIGNIFICANT BARRIER TO NEW ENTERPRISES ARE CHOKING STATE AND
FEDERAL REGULATIONS ― a bureaucratic structure that largely doesn't apply to foreign
imports.
Randy Cates of Cates International said there is a great market for pure and fresh seafood
raised in Hawaii, but the local and national government pose bureaucratic roadblocks. “THE
BIGGEST OBSTACLE IS PERMISSION. IT'S NOT FINANCING, IT'S NOT HIGH
LABOR COSTS, IT'S NOT THE HEALTH STANDARDS,” he said.
Sixteen years ago, Cates floated huge cages off Ewa and eventually harvested tons of moi
every day. Like many other aquaculture and mariculture enterprises in Hawaii, it didn't last.
But with lessons learned he'd like to try again at a new site off the reef runway of Honolulu
Airport. “I'VE BEEN TRYING FOR FIVE YEARS, HALF A MILLION DOLLARS ON
THE SITE AND I STILL DON'T HAVE PERMISSION TO DO IT.” Cates said.
[Emphasis Supplied]
Source: Hawaii aquaculture industry struggles to compete with foreign fish imports
By Daryl Huff, Hawaii News Now. February 19, 2019
<https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2019/02/20/hawaii-aquaculture-industry-struggles-compete-with-
foreign-fish-imports/>
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PERMITS AND REGULATORY
REQUIREMENTS FOR
AQUACULTURE IN HAWAII
Prepared for the Aquaculture and Livestock Support Services Program, Department of Agriculture
By Aquaculture Planning & Advocacy, LLC. September 1, 2011. [ 124 pages ]
<https://hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/files/2013/03/Permits-and-Regulatory-Requirements-For-Aquaculture-in-Hawaii-
2011-Final.pdf>

2. THE PACIFIC STATES MARINE FISHERIES COMMISSION (PSMFC)
Established in 1947 by consent of Congress, the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission
(PSMFC) is an interstate compact agency that helps resource agencies and the fishing industry
sustainably manage our valuable Pacific Ocean resources in a five-state region. Member
states include California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska. Each represented by three
Commissioners.
Mission. As stated by the governing compact, PSMFC's purpose shall be “to promote the
better utilization of fisheries – marine, shell, and anadromous, which are of mutual concern,
and to develop a joint program of protection and prevention of physical waste of such fisheries
in all of those areas of the Pacific Ocean over which the compacting states jointly or
separately now have or may hereafter acquire jurisdiction.”
Primary Goal. PSMFC's primary goal is to promote and support policies and actions to
conserve, develop, and manage our fishery resources in California, Oregon, Washington,
Idaho and Alaska. We accomplish this through coordinating research activities, monitoring
fishing activities, and facilitating a wide variety of projects. We work to collect data and
maintain databases on salmon, steelhead, and other marine fish for fishery managers and the
fishing industry.
Pacific Marine Pilot Projects: In 2017 PSMFC entered into an agreement with the NOAA
Fisheries Office of Aquaculture to support ESTABLISHING OR EXPANDING REGIONAL
PILOT PROJECTS FOR MARINE AQUACULTURE FOR THE U.S. WEST COAST
STATES OF ALASKA, CALIFORNIA, OREGON AND WASHINGTON, AS WELL AS
HAWAII AND U. S. PACIFIC ISLANDS. NOAA has similar agreements in place with the
G u l f a n d A t l a n t i c S t a t e s M a r i n e F i s h e r i e s C o m m i s s i o n s .
<https://www.psmfc.org/program/marine-aquaculture-research-projects>
MARINE AQUACULTURE PILOT PROJECTS
RFP Issue Date: November 12, 2019
Deadline for RFP Submissions: December 27, 2019
<https://www.psmfc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/PSMFC-Pilot-Aquaculture-RFP-
FINAL-2020-IV.pdf>
Summary. The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC), in cooperation and
funding from the NOAA Fisheries Office of Aquaculture, will be issuing approximately
$690,000 in grants to fund marine aquaculture pilot projects focusing on sustainable aquatic
farming techniques and regional business practices to grow U.S. domestic seafood.
Background. Over 85% of seafood consumed in the United States is imported and, of that
amount, it has been estimated that more than half is from overseas aquaculture. The United
States ranks only seventeenth in the world in aquaculture production despite possessing the
largest exclusive economic zone in the world. To address the major lost opportunity for job
creation in coastal communities and to encourage the development of a domestic seafood
supply, the three interstate marine fisheries commissions, with funding from NOAA fisheries,
is seeking proposals to conduct regional pilot programs for partnerships between the seafood
industry and community partners.

3. The goal of these pilot programs will be to develop, validate and deploy economically and
environmentally sustainable aquatic farming techniques and regional business practices to
grow U.S. domestic seafood production. To maximize the impact of these pilot grants, we are
giving priority consideration to promising but less commercially developed technologies, such
as those targeting shellfish, seaweed, and other relative newcomers to the domestic
aquaculture industry.
MARINE AQUACULTURE PILOT PROJECTS RFP
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 3/29/19 EXTRACT
<http://www.psmfc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/PSMFC-Aquaculture-RFP-QA-3-29-19.pdf>
1) Could a project, which is seeking to develop and validate an economically and
environmentally sustainable aquatic farming technique and regional business to grow local
seafood production, but which is not primarily within the marine waters/estuarine
environment, be considered for funding?
A: If the project is a land-based component to support marine aquaculture (e.g. hatchery
work or lab based development of methods for marine aquaculture), it may be considered
for funding.
2) My laboratory is interested in applying for a marine aquaculture pilot project. Just
wondering if YOU WILL ACCEPT APPLICATION FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF
HAWAII. THE PROJECT WILL BENEFIT MARINE AQUACULTURE FOR
HAWAII AND THE OTHER PACIFIC REGIONS.
A: YES, HAWAII IS INCLUDED IN THE GEOGRAPHIC RANGE OF THE RFP.
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RESOURCES/ADVANTAGES THAT HAWAII HAVE FOR AQUACULTURE GROWTH
HDOA <https://hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aquaculture-and-livestock-support-services-branch/>
NATURAL RESOURCES: the Islands most important natural resources are its diverse
climate, 600,000 acres of suitable land with access to water, approximately 143,000 acres of
coastal lands having potential for mariculture, and abundant supplies of fresh, brackish and
salt water. Because of the wide variety of micro-climates, farmers have the potential to grow
virtually any aquaculture species somewhere in the state.
TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANCE: Hawaii is fortunate to be a world center of aquaculture
expertise in a wide variety of species and technologies. Public and private research
organizations have pioneered the development of extensive, semi-intensive and intensive
culture systems and regularly consult around the world. Local entities have extensive expertise
in the spawning and rearing of mullet, milkfish, freshwater prawns, marine finfish, and marine
shrimp. Several companies specialize in the production and sale of certified disease-free
shrimp broodstock and seedstock, and oyster and clam seed stock. In addition, Hawaii is home
to leading technology companies in microalgae and seaweed production. The level of
cooperation between researchers, extension personnel and commercial producers in the local
community is exceptional.

4. HUMAN RESOURCES: the high level of resident technical expertise and the general
sophistication of the labor force available to high technology businesses are noteworthy for
Hawaii’s aquaculture development. University of Hawaii has over 100 faculties in
aquaculture-related disciplines, and the state has the highest per capita concentration of private
consultants in the U.S., with several firms among the leaders in the world.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: the State Department of Agriculture has low-interest loans for
commercial aquaculture, if you meet certain qualifications. Other funding sources include
commercial banks, the Production Credit Association, the USDA Rural Development Agency,
and the Small Business Administration. Hawaii is also rapidly developing a pool of angle
investors and venture capitalists that is increasingly interested in high technology aquaculture
projects and a new State law provides generous tax incentives for these technology
investments.
LARGE LOCAL SEAFOOD DEMAND: Hawaii has one of the most sophisticated seafood
markets in the U.S. with per capita consumption at 2.3 times of national average of 16 pounds
in 2010. New farmers can establish a strong footing in Hawaii before seeking expansion
nationally and internationally.
WORLD FAMOUS TOURIST DESTINATION: over 9 million tourists vacation in Hawaii
every year. Besides Hawaii's breathtaking nature, the tourists are also introduced to Hawaii's
culture and its products. Local seafood is highly sought after by visitors. Hawaii’s aquaculture
industry has a very favorable environment to grow and gain worldwide recognition thanks for
the visitors who share their experiences with families and friends. Jointly promoting Hawaii’s
tourism and aquaculture products can produce good synergy, which is a unique advantage for
Hawaii.
ON THE FLIP SIDE
HDOA ISSUES THESE CAVEATS
A CASE OF FOOT 'N MOUTH?
HDOA <https://hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aquaculture-and-livestock-support-services-branch/aquaculture-
growth/>
Five elements essential to a successful fish farming enterprise are: suitable land, suitable
water, adequate financing, sustainable market for product, and management time and skills.
The business owner must be equipped to handle:
Poor water quality Disease and parasites Pesticide contaminations
Poachers and vandals Competition from local and import products
Business challenges unique to an island environment (e.g., increased cost of feed, distance to
market) Personal stress resulting from risk management
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CUTTING THROUGH THE RED TAPE AND LENGTHY BURDENSOME
CERIFICATION PROCESS REQUIRES ACTION BY THE GOVERNOR
ACT 230 SIGNED BY GOVERNOR DAVID IGE, JULY 13, 2015

5. Note, Supplied. Act 230 is directed to restoration of Native Hawaiian Fishponds, the permitting process applies
equally to aquaculture operations. The substance of Act 230 should be the template to streamline the process
managed by the Department of Agriculture,
The legislature finds that the repair or restoration of Hawaiian loko i'a (fishponds) may require
permits from the department of land and natural resources, department of health, office of
planning, federal agencies, and county agencies. The legislature further finds that the permit
processfor repair or restoration of loko i'a may be time-consuming, complicated, confusing,
and inconsistent across agencies. Burdensome regulations and permit requirements have
historically prevented community organizations or native Hawaiian lawai'a (aquaculturalists)
from initiating projects to restore, repair, or maintain loko i'a. In practice, it has reportedly
taken up to ten years to obtain the certifications and permits required for loko i'a restoration
and repair by state and federal law, including the Clean Water Act and the Coastal Zone
Management Act. For example, sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act require first a
water quality certification and permit from the department of health and then a permit from
the Army Corps of Engineers before loko i'a activities may proceed. Government and
community interests have demonstrated their willingness and ability to work together to
streamline the permit process for Hawaiian loko i'a. Pursuant to Senate Resolution No. 86
(2012), the department of land and natural resources, office of planning, and department of
health have led these efforts, including coordination with cultural practitioners, community
groupsI and affected federal and county agencies. The department of land and natural
resources is in the final stages of implementing a statewide programmatic general permit and
programmatic agreement that would allow most applicants for loko i'a restoration and repair
permits to submit a single permit application for review by an interagency advisory group and
relevant resource agencies instead of a series of single-agency applications. Upon the
appropriate findings by the advisory group, the department of land and natural resources
would be able to issue the applicant an authorization to proceed. After a final thirty-day
comment period, the permit would be issued and the applicant may conduct restoration and
repair activities in compliance with existing environmental protection and other laws,
including the Clean Water Act. The purpose of this Act is to ensure that the statewide
programmatic general permit and programmatic agreement function as intended by specifying
that a permit applicant that has received notice of authorization to proceed from the
department of land and natural resources is not required to obtain additional water quality
certification from the department of health. The legislature finds that the intent of this Act is to
improve state government efficiency and response time in the administration of water
pollution control. It is not the intent of the legislature to limit or impede state environmental
controls on water pollution.
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KEEP HAWAII MOVING FORWARD!
CUT THE RED TAPE!
ISSUE WALKING PAPERS TO NON-PERFORMING BUREAUCRATS!
PONO