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We are writing to ask for your support for building an irradiator here on the Big Island. -
As an export association, we support an irradiation facility for export of our crops to the mainland. We believe
that an irradiation processing facility will help build agricultural exports. New farmlands and investments can be
devoted to a wider range of agricultural crops if we support post-harvest treatment for export. This will help our
farms, our families, and our community.
Irradiation treatment at low dose levels for quarantine processing has been proven safe. You have been given a
wealth of information concerning the safety of food irradiation.
Please give our farmers the chance to export otu unique crops and commodities to mainland markets. We have
an opportunity to support our farmers, build our agricultural sector, expand commercial use of our airport, and
put an end to the struggling East Hawaii economy. Let's do it!
Your support for the proposed irradiator is an important step in building a great, rural and prosperous Hawaii.
Please vote YES on Apnl 24th! Mahalo!
Sincerely,
Patrick McGrath
President
Hawaii $xpoR Nursery Association
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