Farmer to Farmer Education Act of 2025
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Overview
The Farmer to Farmer Education Act of 2025 aims to expand technical assistance for farmers by strengthening farmer-to-farmer networks. The USDA will be able to provide grants to eligible organizations, such as nonprofits and tribal entities, to support these networks and connect farmers with mentors and learning opportunities. The bill prioritizes assistance to historically underserved farmers and those in high-poverty areas, and requires reporting on program activities and outcomes.
Key provisions
- USDA can enter cooperative agreements with eligible entities to support farmer-to-farmer networks.
- Priority is given to assisting historically underserved and high-poverty farmers.
- Eligible entities include nonprofits, farmer-to-farmer networks, tribal organizations, local governments, and institutions of higher education.
- The USDA must use funds from the Natural Resources Conservation Service for this program.
- Eligible entities must demonstrate they are facilitating farmer access to networks and providing training.
- Subawards can be made to further support farmer-to-farmer assistance.
- Reporting requirements are included to track program activities and outcomes.
- Language assistance is required for non-English speaking farmers.
Who is affected
- Farmers
- Ranchers
- Forest Owners
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Tribal Entities
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