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INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAI‘I

Ag Crime: The Unreported Threat
INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAIʻI

Farmers and ranchers across the islands have complained for years about crimes like theft, vandalism and trespassing which threaten their livelihoods and even their lives. The general public is mostly unaware of the financial and physical threats farmers face as many crimes go unreported. What, if anything, is being done to solve this problem?
Air Date: Thu, May 1, 2025 7:30 PM

 

Panelists are:

  • Sen. Herbert “Tim” Richards III, North Hilo, Waimea, North Kona – Agriculture and Environment Committee Vice-Chair

  • Lani Cran Petrie, Hawaii Cattlemen’s Council President – Kapāpala Ranch, Kaʻu, Hawaiʻi County

  • Brian Miyamoto, Hawaiʻi Farm Bureau Executive Director

  • Jefferson Malate, Hawaiʻi County Deputy Prosecutor