Farmer to Farmer Education Act of 2026
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Overview
The Farmer to Farmer Education Act of 2026 aims to expand technical assistance for farmers by strengthening the USDA’s ability to support farmer-to-farmer networks. The bill allows the USDA to enter into cooperative agreements with various organizations, including nonprofits, tribal entities, and local governments, to build these networks and connect farmers with mentors and learning opportunities. It 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.
- The bill prioritizes assistance to historically underserved and high-poverty farmers.
- Eligible entities include nonprofits, tribal organizations, local governments, and institutions of higher education.
- Cooperative agreements must focus on building network capacity, connecting farmers, and promoting conservation practices.
- Eligible entities are required to provide at least two of several actions to support farmer-to-farmer networks.
- The bill allows for subawards to support events and innovative activities related to farmer-to-farmer assistance.
- Reporting requirements are included to track program activities and outcomes.
- Funding for the program will come from the Natural Resources Conservation Service's annual appropriations.
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