Small Farms Support Office Bill
Official: Office of Small Farms Establishment Act of 2026
This bill establishes an Office of Small Farms to provide targeted support and resources for small agricultural operations. It aims to improve access to funding and assistance for these farms, which are vital to local economies.
1. This bill creates an Office of Small Farms within the Department of Agriculture. 2. The office will help small farms, ranches, and forest operations access resources and support. 3. It will provide grants up to $25,000 for various needs like equipment repairs and land acquisition. 4. The office will also coordinate efforts to improve policies that affect small farm operations. 5. It will offer technical assistance and develop new initiatives tailored for small farms.
Small farm, ranch, and forest operation owners with annual incomes under $350,000.