Utah HB0451 amends the Agriculture Resource Development Fund and small farm assistance program, authorizing loans and grants to small farmers.
Utah HB0451 amends the Agriculture Resource Development Fund and small farm assistance program, authorizing loans and grants to small farmers. The bill allows the conservation commission to award loans and grants for obtaining or expanding an active farm, making a down payment, purchasing equipment, or covering operational costs. It also grants rulemaking authority to protect crop or animal resources, including hydroponic or aquaponic systems, and projects to improve water quality or address environmental issues.
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