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NJ A2309

NJ A2309
Requires NJEDA to establish "Value-added Agriculture Loan Program" to assist farmers in developing value-added products.


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Introduced
02/07/2022
In Committee
02/07/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Requires NJEDA to establish "Value-added Agriculture Loan Program" to assist farmers in developing value-added products.

AI Summary

This bill requires the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), in consultation with the Department of Agriculture, to establish a "Value-added Agriculture Loan Program" to assist farmers in developing value-added agricultural products. The program will provide loans between $5,000 and $10,000 to farmers, cooperatives, and farmer-owned corporations or partnerships to support activities related to processing or marketing value-added products. The goal is to generate new products, create and expand marketing opportunities, and increase producer income. The bill outlines the eligibility requirements for farmers to receive these loans and gives the NJEDA the authority to adopt rules and regulations to effectively implement the program.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Agriculture and Food Security Committee (on 02/07/2022)

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