HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-02-21 Letter to Donovan M. Dela Cruz and Gilbert S.C. Keith-Agaran SB 2623, SD1 Relating to Coffee Berry Borer 7--- ' Roy Takemoto
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February 21, 2020
Senator Donovan M. Dela Cruz, Chair
Senator Gilbert S.C. Keith-Agaran, Vice Chair
Committee on Ways and Means
Dear Chair Dela Cruz, Vice Chair Keith-Agaran, and Committee Members:
RE: SB 2623, SD1 Relating to Coffee Berry Borer
Thank you for this opportunity to testify in support of SB 2623, SD1.
As you know, coffee is a major industry for Hawaii Island, and I am informed that
the coffee berry borer continues to be a substantial threat to coffee's economic survival.
Any assistance the State can offer, including the pesticide subsidy that helps farmers
manage the cost of controlling this terrible pest, is much appreciated.
I hope you will extend the pesticide subsidy program, extend the program
manager position, and make appropriations for the program and position, all as set forth
in SB 2623, SD1.
Re •ectfully Submitted,
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Harry Kim
MAYOR
County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.