EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
Viliami Sisifa
Hon.Minister for MAFF
Provides national leadership for agriculture, food systems, livestock, forestry, and outer island development.
Oversees policy direction, international partnerships, and sector-wide priorities.
‘Elisaia Ika
CEO – MAFF
Leads ministry operations, ensures program delivery, supervises departmental performance, and coordinates strategic planning
supporting national food security and farmer development.
Deputy Directors
Savia ‘Atuekaho
Deputy Director – Food Division
Oversees food safety, compliance, laboratory operations, export certification, food standards and nutrition programs.
Vunivesi Minoneti
Deputy Director – Research Division
Leads scientific research, crop improvement, agricultural innovation, soil science, and climate adaptation studies.
Mikaele Saipaia
Deputy Director – Extension and Women Development Division
Manages farmer training, plant health clinics, community programs, and technical support for outer islands.
Salesi Kato
Deputy Director – Livestocks Division
Oversees national livestock production, animal health, veterinary services, and disease prevention systems.
Heimuli Likiafu
Deputy Director – Forestry Division
Leads national forest conservation, reforestation, land management, and sustainable resource use.
Siutoni Tupou
Deputy Director – Quaranrine Division
Oversees biosecurity, pest surveillance, plant protection, and import/export phytosanitary certification.
Kalati Hafoka
Deputy Director – CSD Division
Provides executive leadership and strategic oversight of corporate services in support of effective and efficient ministry operations