Farmer to Farmer Education Act of 2025

Key Points

• This bill creates a new program where the government pays for farmers to teach each other about conservation. Instead of just getting advice from government offices, farmers can learn directly from neighbors who have already tried new methods.
• Nonprofits, tribal organizations, and local governments can apply for funding to set up these networks. They will help match experienced mentors with new farmers and organize group learning events.
• The program focuses on helping farmers who have been underserved in the past or those living in high-poverty areas. It also requires that help be provided in a farmer's native language whenever possible.
• Farmers who participate in these training events or mentorship programs can be paid at market rates for their time. This recognizes the value of their expertise and the time they spend helping others.
• Funding for this program will come from the existing budget of the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The goal is to make science-based conservation practices more common across the country.

Impact Analysis

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