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Establishes "New Jersey Farm to Public Institution of Higher Education Program."
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the "New Jersey Farm to Public Institution of Higher Education Program" within the Department of Agriculture. It aims to encourage public colleges and universities to increase the purchase of locally grown food for student meals. The program will create directories for farmers and purchasing agents, develop bidding matrices, and establish a website to facilitate connections and promote local food procurement. Funding for the program will be sought through contributions.
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