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Title of bill
An act to amend the agriculture and markets law, in relation to establishing a one-stop farming hotline
Purpose
To provide farmers with access to essential and valuable information on all aspects of farming, namely, tax credit programs, beginning farmer loans, and sustainable practices.
Summary of provisions
Section 1 adds a new provision at section 216 of the Agriculture and Markets law to establish and administer, with the assistance of the Cornell cooperative extension, a toll free number for the purpose of addressing issues and questions pertaining to farming.
Section 2 provides the effective date.
Justification
In recent years, New York State has made significant strides in investing in programs that aim to help the agriculture industry continue to grow. And, while these resources-like support for new farmers, information on important research, assistance with passing family farms on to the next generation and others-exist, many aren't aware or don't know how to utilize them in a way that can help boost their bottom lines.
Through this new measure, a "one-stop" hotline would be created to help connect farmers with information on resources available to help them grow their businesses. Developed under the guidance of Cornell Cooperative Extension, the one-stop hotline would offer farmers and those interested in becoming involved in the agriculture industry with free information on various topics, including farm management, finances, grant opportunities, research, marketing and more.
By helping farmers tap into information and resources they can use to be successful, we can ensure that New York's leading industry continues to grow.
Legislative history
New bill.
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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