Agricultural Import Clearance
Provide guidance and clearance for plants, seeds, and other agricultural items brought into Tuvalu. Contact the Department before importing to confirm the requirements for your items.
Email Address
Tuvalu.agriculture@gmail.com
24/7 In Touch
+688 7022568
About Us
Department of Agriculture · Tuvalu
About Us
The Department of Agriculture supports farming and local food production in Tuvalu. Our work connects practical growing advice, agricultural import clearance, plant health, and farm activities with the needs of our island communities.
Working with our communities
Supporting agriculture in our island environment
Growing food in Tuvalu means making careful use of limited land and fresh water. Local knowledge, practical skills, healthy crops, and cooperation all have a part to play in strengthening agriculture across our islands.
What We Do
We help connect growers and communities with agricultural services and information.
Farm Activities & Produce
Support agricultural activities alongside the Taiwan-supported farms in Funafuti and Vaitupu, where crops are grown and produce is sold to people in Tuvalu.
Farmer Advice & Learning
Help growers access practical information on planting, crop care, soil improvement, and water use. Ask about available advice, demonstrations, and training activities.
Plant Health & Biosecurity
Support awareness of crop pests and diseases and measures that help protect local agriculture. Growers can seek guidance when they notice problems affecting their crops.
Knowledge, cooperation & local food
Our Focus
Connecting agricultural work with the everyday needs of Tuvalu’s growers and communities.
Local Food Production
Encouraging practical approaches to growing food for households and local markets.
Resilient Growing Practices
Sharing knowledge relevant to limited land, soil conditions, fresh water, and climate challenges.
Community Knowledge
Recognising the experience of local growers and the value of traditional crops and farming practices.
People behind our work
Our Staff
Meet our team across administration, livestock, agroforestry, plant protection, and extension services.
Administration
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Matio Lonalona
Director of Agriculture
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Lilian L Vaisua
Executive Officer
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Terubetaake Petaia
Clerical Officer
Livestock
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Peleti Makolo/Pole
Veterinary
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Peiliti Sosene
Senior Livestock Officer
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Sekia Emiliata
Livestock Officer
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Isaako Takuo
Assistant Livestock Officer
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Korinataake Sipane
Stockman
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Nick Leeki
Stockman
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Eti Atoni
Stockman
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Ametisi Epati
Stockman
Agroforestry
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Sama Sapakuka
Principal Agroforestry Officer
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Pinau Tao
Principal Research Officer
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Alexander Likiafu
Agroforestry Officer
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Fineaso Tuu
Field Assistant – Vegetable and Crop
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Kasioa Setalia
Field Assistant – Vegetable
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Olona Lisale
Field Assistant – Root Crop
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Auega Lafaele
Field Assistant – Root Crop
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Uatali Taukiei
Field Assistant – Root Crop
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Viliamu Topai
Field Assistant – Root Crop
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Danny Teafua
Field Assistant – Tree Crop
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Kuineta T Lipine
Field Assistant
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Ioteba Paulo
Field Assistant
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Talapai Moupa
Driver/Mechanic
Plant Protection
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Evolini Sakaio
Principal Plant Protection Officer
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Semisi Latu Tonga
Senior Plant Protection Officer
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Fakaapoga Fakaapoga
Assistant Quarantine Officer
Extension and Information
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Isamaeli Teo
Principal Agriculture Extension Officer
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Marietta William
Principal Research Officer
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Toeaso Tulaga
Senior Agricultural Extension Officer
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Dennis Kwueku Asem
Extension Officer
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Vatang Tealei
Foreman
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Elitusi Siliva
Foreman
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Lopati Okelani
Assistant Extension Officer
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Tulumani Talia
Assistant Extension Officer
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Paani Munatu
Assistant Extension Officer
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Faavae Lutelu
Assistant Extension Officer
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Maleko Munatu
Assistant Extension Officer
Working Together
Agriculture benefits from cooperation among growers, communities, schools, and technical partners. The Department provides a point of contact for people seeking advice or wishing to discuss agricultural activities.
Funafuti & Vaitupu Farm Activities
The Taiwan-supported farms provide opportunities to learn about local crop production and enquire about fresh produce. Confirm visiting arrangements, current produce availability, and any demonstration activities with the farm or Department before visiting.
Explore Our Website
Use the links in our website menu to find the information you need.
Research & Reports
Read published plans, research findings, and Department resources.
Farmer Resources
Explore practical guidance for gardens, crops, soil, and water management.
Ongoing Projects
Follow approved project information and progress updates.
News, Events & Get Involved
Find announcements and explore ways to discuss ideas, learning opportunities, and partnerships.
For enquiries about agricultural services, contact the Department of Agriculture. Official contact details will be added here.