To amend the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to provide for a set-aside for socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers for grants to support urban agriculture and innovative production, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · December 6, 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
The Growing Opportunities for Innovative Farming Act of 2023 amends federal agriculture law to increase support for socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, particularly those engaged in urban agriculture and innovative farming methods. The bill authorizes 25 million dollars annually from fiscal year 2019 through 2028 for grants supporting these farmers, with a requirement that at least 10 percent of funds each year go to organizations serving socially disadvantaged farmers, providing grants of at least 10,000 dollars per recipient annually. The legislation also requires the Department of Agriculture to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the farming opportunities and outreach efforts being provided, identifying specific communities receiving technical assistance, and offering recommendations for improving equity for small and disadvantaged farmers. This bill directly affects socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, grant-giving organizations, and the Department of Agriculture, which must implement the new requirements and report on progress.
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