Establishes an Office of Farm Ombudsman in the Department of Agriculture to assist farmers with legal and business issues.

The bill establishes an Office of Farm Ombudsman within the New Jersey Department of Agriculture. The Office will serve as a resource for farmers and prospective farmers, providing information and support on local, state, and federal laws and regulations, permit processes, emergencies, and business planning. The Farm Ombudsman will also assist with grant applications and identify patterns in complaints. The office will submit an annual report to the Governor and Legislature, including recommendations for improving agricultural laws and regulations.

Establishes an Office of Farm Ombudsman in the Department of Agriculture to assist farmers with legal and business issues.

The bill establishes an Office of Farm Ombudsman within the New Jersey Department of Agriculture. The Office will serve as a resource for farmers and prospective farmers, providing information and support on local, state, and federal laws and regulations, permit processes, emergencies, and business planning. The Farm Ombudsman will also assist with grant applications and identify patterns in complaints. The office will submit an annual report to the Governor and Legislature, including recommendations for improving agricultural laws and regulations.