What does Preamble of Farmer to Farmer Education Act of 2026 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Food Security Act of 1985. The stated purpose is to expand the provision of farmer-led technical assistance.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Farmer to Farmer Education Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Farmer to Farmer Education Act of 2026.

What does DELIVERY OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. of Farmer to Farmer Education Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1242 of the Food Security Act of 1985. It defines 'farmer-to-farmer network' as an affiliation of farmers sharing information and support. The Secretary is authorized to enter into cooperative agreements with eligible entities to build capacity for farmer-to-farmer networks and provide technical assistance. Eligible entities include nonprofit organizations, farmer-to-farmer networks, Indian Tribes, local governments, institutions of higher education, and states. Priority for agreements is given to entities serving underserved farmers and those in high-poverty areas. Providers of assistance to farmer-to-farmer networks are responsible for actions such as facilitating access, matchmaking, and coordinating training. Subawards may be made to eligible entities to support farmer-to-farmer network activities and compensate participants. The Secretary must submit a report to Congress describing the status of activities funded under this subsection, including funding awarded and conservation practice adoption outcomes.

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Farmer to Farmer Education Act of 2026

Last updated: 4/27/2026 · Introduced: 4/27/2026

Author: Gabe Vasquez (D-NM)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends the Food Security Act of 1985 to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to fund farmer-to-farmer networks and provide technical assistance.
Eligible entities, including nonprofit organizations and farmer networks, can receive cooperative agreements to build capacity and support farmer-led information sharing.
The bill prioritizes funding for entities serving underserved farmers and those in high-poverty areas, and requires a report to Congress on program outcomes.

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