Applied Research Areas
Agronomy and
|
Our work provides science-based insights that help farmers, land stewards, and policymakers make informed decisions to protect and enhance food systems, soil health, and ecosystem resilience. As a trusted research hub, we’re shaping the future of sustainable land use in Hawaiʻi and beyond.
|
Crop Improvement and Breeding |
Our program transforms tropical crop systems by developing new crop varieties with traits like disease resistance and higher productivity. We focus on breeding, propagation, and germplasm development to strengthen crop resilience in Hawai'i.
|
Sustainable
|
We partner with local governments, organizations, and private companies to drive innovation in forest restoration across Hawaiʻi. From identifying harmful pathogens and creating specialized screening protocols to advancing tree improvement programs that produce high-quality seeds and seedlings, we’re expanding the tools and knowledge available to forest managers statewide.
|
Research Divisions
Our team of over 18 scientists, agronomists, foresters, conservationists, technical experts, students and staff work collaboratively across HARC's five core research divisions to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in agriculture, forestry and natural resources management.
Crop Improvement |
Crop Production |
|
|
Tree Crops |
Selected Projects
Over 53 research projects during 2024 and 2025
Native Forest
Hawaiian koa reforestation across the Hawai'i Islands
|
Coffee Leaf Rust
Coffee Leaf Resistance variety are being provided to farmers across Hawai'i Island, Mau'i, Oahu and Kaua'i |
Agrivoltaic
Our two-phase project evaluates various crop feasibilities under solar panels, emphasizing indigenous varieties.
|
