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NJ A3410

NJ A3410
Provides supplemental appropriation of $500,000 for Farm Viability Study at Agricultural Experiment Station.


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Introduced
02/01/2024
In Committee
02/01/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill supplements the fiscal year 2024 appropriations act to provide a $500,000 appropriation for a Farm Viability Study at the Agricultural Experiment Station. Farm viability refers to the strength and long-term existence and growth of agricultural entities within the State, and includes sustainable agricultural production, diversified farming systems, climate resilience, feasibility analysis, farm management, business decision-making, and marketing strategies. New Jersey is home to 9,900 farms that occupy 750,000 acres of land across the State. These farms are responsible for producing a wide variety of crops and livestock. New Jersey is one of the top ten states for producing numerous fruits and vegetables, including ranking among the top five for producing cranberries, blueberries, peaches, and bell peppers.

AI Summary

This bill supplements the fiscal year 2024 appropriations act to provide a $500,000 appropriation for a Farm Viability Study at the Agricultural Experiment Station. Farm viability refers to the strength and long-term existence and growth of agricultural entities within the State, including sustainable agricultural production, diversified farming systems, climate resilience, feasibility analysis, farm management, business decision-making, and marketing strategies. New Jersey is home to 9,900 farms that occupy 750,000 acres of land across the State and are responsible for producing a wide variety of crops and livestock, ranking among the top five producers in the country for several key agricultural products.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee (on 02/01/2024)

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