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HRS §155-10

Who can get a farm loan

This section says who can qualify for a farm loan. You must be a certain type of farmer, have lived in Hawaii long enough, be able to repay the loan, and follow recommended farming practices. Some loan types have different residency rules.

borrowers

The statute, as written — General eligibility requirements for loans

To be eligible for loans under this chapter, an applicant shall be: (1) A qualified farmer, a person under the new farmer program, or a part-time farmer; (2) A citizen of the United States who has resided in the State for at least three years, or any permanent resident alien who has resided in the State for at least three years; provided that this requirement shall not apply to applicants for class "D" loans who otherwise qualify; (3) A sound credit risk with the ability to repay the money borrowed; and (4) Willing to carry out recommended farm management practices.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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