Establishes Office of Farm Ombudsman in Department of Agriculture; appropriates $250,000.
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This bill establishes the Office of the Farm Ombudsman within the New Jersey Department of Agriculture. The office will provide information and support to farmers and prospective farmers regarding agricultural laws, permits, emergencies, and various farming-related issues like diseases, land acquisition, and climate change. It will also gather feedback on challenges farmers face and make recommendations to improve agricultural policies and programs.
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