Taste of the Hawaiian Range 2010 presentation by Dr. Tim Richards of Kahua Ranch. Hawaiian Cattle Rancher Industry Overview.

4. Hawaii Land Use? - 4 million acres total statewide - Hawaiian Cattle uses 1 million

5. Hawaii Cattle Industry - 800 + Ranchers - 85,000 Mother Cows - Produce 60,000 + Calves / year - $40 million annually

6. Hawaii Born and Raised Grass Finished Beef

7. Per Capita Beef Consumption is approximately 63 lbs annually (nationally) Hawaii Island Today could produce enough Beef for twice its current population (tourism not included) Hawaiian Beef Use / Needs

8. During late 1980’s & into early 1990’s, Hawaii produced about 30% of its need. Today Hawaii produces approximately 7% of its Beef The Change? Export due to Economics Hawaiian Beef Use / Needs

10. Grass / Forage Finishing

18. Local Product Food Security All Added Value Done in Our State Potential for a Higher Return to Rancher (Sustainablility) Minimize “Food Miles” Potential Health Benefits - Omega 3 Fatty acids - Less saturated fats Hawaii Grass Finished Beef - Opportunity

19. Overcoming Perception Developing Consistent Product Developing Consistent Supply Processing Carcass Utilization Value Hawaii Grass Finished Beef - Challenges

22. Cow / Calf

36. QUESTIONS?