Business · 04/03/2020Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

USDA Announces Public Meeting of Advisory Committee on Beginning Farmers and Ranchers

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The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is hosting a public meeting of the Advisory Committee on Beginning Farmers and Ranchers (ACBFR) to discuss strategies for supporting new farmers and ranchers, including a program to provide coordinated assistance and encouraging state participation.

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