Indiana SB0164 mandates a study on the feasibility of establishing community or urban microfarm zones.

Indiana SB0164 requires the Department of Agriculture to conduct a formal study in collaboration with Purdue University, local governments, and community-based organizations to evaluate the feasibility of establishing community or urban microfarm zones. The study will include an inventory of suitable vacant or underutilized parcels, identification of zoning templates, and an evaluation of how microfarms support food access, nutrition education, and community engagement.

Indiana SB0164 mandates a study on the feasibility of establishing community or urban microfarm zones.

Indiana SB0164 requires the Department of Agriculture to conduct a formal study in collaboration with Purdue University, local governments, and community-based organizations to evaluate the feasibility of establishing community or urban microfarm zones. The study will include an inventory of suitable vacant or underutilized parcels, identification of zoning templates, and an evaluation of how microfarms support food access, nutrition education, and community engagement.