A new grassroots study has identified potential strategies to address the severe shortage of affordable housing for Maui’s agricultural workforce. The report highlights the connection between housing availability and the island’s food security and agricultural sustainability.
- Agricultural workers face significant housing challenges that impact Maui’s local food production and farming industry stability
- The report suggests specific policy and development approaches to create more affordable housing options for farm employees
- Improved farmworker housing could strengthen Maui’s agricultural sector and support the island’s goal of increased food self-sufficiency
- The housing shortage affects both the agricultural workforce and broader community access to locally-grown produce
- Community organizations are taking the lead on addressing workforce housing needs in rural agricultural areas
Source: Maui Now
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