SAFEGUARDING AGRICULTURE IN HAWAIʻI AND THE PACIFIC

The movement of people and goods throughout the Pacific Region can have unintended consequences, including the dispersal of organisms outside of their natural range.  These invasive species can negatively impact agriculture, the natural environment, animals, and even human health.  The University of Hawaiʻi's Agrosecurity Laboratory works closely with state and federal regulators, fellow scientists, and other relevant stakeholders to prevent the introduction of invasive species, detect incipient populations, and help manage established pests and diseases affecting Hawaiʻi's agriculture.